First-time buyers are being warned of the little-known essentials they may need when buying their first home.

In the UK, the average annual damage to business premises from coastal flooding alone exceeds £120m.

Amid rising costs, landlords have been warned that their tenants could unknowingly invalidate their insurance policy by making common mistakes, worsening financial strains.

Landlords who fail to act on reported damages could also face a void claim.

While the size of a property had the biggest impact, it was found that property type had very little effect, according to a new study from Go Compare.

Properties built in the 2000s have a median home insurance price of £229 - the highest of any decade after the 1940s.

The general insurance provider says that it is staying ahead of the proposed changes outlined in the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill.

Under the new partnership, John Charcol will actively refer home and landlord insurance leads to First2Protect.

A new poll has revealed that of the households who plan on renovating this year, a quarter will renovate their home themselves, without hiring professionals.

Millions of renters could risk losing their home if they fall sick, are injured, or are made redundant according to new research by Canopy and LifeSearch.