Aparthotels: Room service offers more than just a smile

Booking a hotel takes on a new meaning if you're one of a growing band of investors buying into 'aparthotels', says Jenny Knight.  ...

Planning permission: Best-laid plans will make you money

One way to sell a house in a sticky market is to offer it with planning permission, says Mary Wilson. ...

Eco homes: Going green plus self-build equals mortgage

Matthew Borowieki demolished his bungalow and built himself an eco home in next to no time. Sarah Lonsdale reports on how green self-builders are winning the support of both planning authorities and the money lenders. ...