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One of the biggest, and costliest, jobs for renovators comes with updating an outmoded heating and plumbing system — surveyor Ian Rock’s guide explains all you need to know

Each month our insight team conducts an in-depth poll of Saga customers to find out what you’re thinking. This month: heating

Thinking of upgrading to a more sustainable heating system? Here’s how to check whether your home is fit for the task

Just 23 sleeps until the big day – make sure you’re not wasting cash in the run-up to Xmas. Financial strategist Laura Linden, of Feisty FD (feistyfd. com), shares some savvy reminders...

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane