BUYING A RUN-DOWN BUNGALOW ON A LARGE PLOT ENABLED KATE AND ROSS TO BUILD THEIR DREAM HOME IN THE GARDEN AND EDGE CLOSER TO BEING MORTGAGE FREE

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CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS… WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW

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

Guests coming over this Christmas? Here’s how to make the most of the space you have with our expert advice and clever tips