Home tips and FAQs

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Contents insurance calculator

Home insurance policies

30 March 2021

Calculate the value of your contents so you know the amount of household goods cover you need when getting a home insurance quote.

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How eco-friendly are the UK’s homes?

Heating and energy

16 December 2020

Discover how eco-friendly UK households really are, and what more can be done to help hit climate targets with insights from AXA's survey of UK households.

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Is it better to rent or buy?

Home buying and selling

5 October 2020

Discover the benefits and drawbacks of owning a home, including increased value, lower costs, freedom, commitment, and saving for a deposit.

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First-time buyer financial checklist

Home buying and selling

1 October 2020

Discover the essential expenses of buying a property, from admin fees to stamp duty and insurance. Ensure you're fully prepared for the financial implications of purchasing a home.

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Questions to ask when viewing a house

Home buying and selling

16 September 2020

Unlock the secrets to finding your perfect home with essential questions to ask and what to look out for during a house viewing.

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How to carry out home maintenance during and after lockdown

Home maintenance

27 July 2020

Discover essential information on home maintenance and repair work during and after lockdown, including safety measures and precautions for both yourself and those working in your home.

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How to buy a house: a step‑by‑step guide for first‑time home buyers & mortgages

Home buying and selling

4 November 2019

Looking to get on the property ladder but not sure where to begin? Get on the right foot with AXA’s 10 step guide to buying your first home.

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Flood Re

Home insurance policies

18 February 2019

All you need to know about Flood Re, why it's important, who's eligible for it and what you can do if you live in a flood risk area.

Homes of the future
What will the home of the future look like?

Inspiration and lifestyle

17 January 2019

How we live and work is changing. To find out how, we ask what the home of the future might tell us about how we live in five, ten and twenty years’ time.