Tag: Buy
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What it’s like to buy a plot without planning permission
When we first decided to self-build, I genuinely thought finding a plot would be easy. You know, clicking through listings online and wandering through villages, picking out “the one,” and feeling the magic of it all coming together. Well, I can now say with absolute certainty: it’s not like that. Not even close. Our search…
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How to buy garage doors that are fit for purpose
Whether you’re renovating or planning a self build, if your plans feature a garage, you’ll potentially be looking at how to buy garage doors. Often an integral part of your home security, picking a robust design is key. But, with a number of different types of garage doors available, how do you decide which one…
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How to buy garage doors that are fit for purpose
Whether you’re renovating or planning a self build, if your plans feature a garage, you’ll potentially be looking at how to buy garage doors. Often an integral part of your home security, picking a robust design is key. But, with a number of different types of garage doors available, how do you decide which one…
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Navigating the impact of new Buy America requirements on FHWA projects
Michael Peloso and Dan McCrave-Bessette are associate director and director, respectively, at the Construction Advisory Services practice of J.S. Held, a global consulting firm based in Jericho, New York. Opinions are the authors’ own. The Federal Highway Administration has issued a final rule to implement the Build America, Buy America Act, which will impact transportation…
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Top 4 Places to Buy Backlinks for Agencies and SEO Pros
Buying backlinks in 2025 is faster and more organized than it used to be. Instead of chasing down publishers or sending cold emails that go nowhere, many SEO professionals now use platforms built specifically for link placements. These marketplaces make connecting with site owners easier, comparing options, and buying links that fit your niche and…
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When to Rent and When to Buy on the Jobsite
Running a construction project comes with a good amount of not-that-exciting things and deciding whether to rent or buy equipment is one of them. If you make the wrong call, the equipment might end up sitting idle, which is a huge waste of money. What’s even worse is that making the wrong decision could hold…
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How to buy garden land from a neighbour to build a house
When the search for a self build plot seems fruitless and frustrating, have you considered looking closer to home? Buying land off a neighbour with a generous garden is a popular option, when and where it’s possible. This approach to finding a plot comes with advantages, such as knowing the area, not having to move…
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You can buy this abandoned 15-bedroom Highland lodge for less than a flat in London
In a remote corner of the Scottish Highlands, a forgotten estate is up for grabs for a starting price of just £255,000, less than many one-bedroom flats in London. Surrounded by mountains and thick woodland, Achnashellach Lodge hasn’t been lived in for years and presents a challenge for those looking at renovating a house and…
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If you buy a plot with planning permission, can you build something else?
If you are buying a plot with planning permission, you may be able to build something else – but it isn’t always easy to do. It’s important to know that different types of planning permission apply to building plots too, making it either easier or harder to make changes to the original consent. And, when…