English local councils have been able to charge premium council taxes on second homes, since 1 April 2025. Although some second homes are exempt from the premium. Councils may charge a council tax premium of up to 100%. In other words, up to double the normal bill. … [Read more...]
Clearing a Hoarder’s House Yourself
Clearing a hoarder’s house yourself can put your health at risk. You need to take this fact seriously from the start. Many neglected homes contain hidden dangers that can harm you. You could face dust, mould, pests, and contaminated waste. You may also find sharp … [Read more...]
What is a Hoarder Home Like?
A hoarder home is a dwelling where a hoarder accumulates too many hoarded items. However, it is not as simple as that. You should read on to understand exactly what is a hoarder home like, in the full sense of the words. Sociologists and care workers rely on the term … [Read more...]
What Makes Chattels Collectibles in England?
Chattels are tangible, moveable property. We examine what makes chattels collectibles in England, and find that consumer demand, scarcity, and history all have a role to play. These tangible assets are possessions their owners could touch, and move around if they … [Read more...]
Helping a Compulsive Hoarder With Respect
Compulsive hoarding affects millions of people right around the globe. Between 2% and 6% of adults struggle with hoarding in England alone. Helping a compulsive hoarder with respect can make a big difference, but we do need to know how to do so with love. Most … [Read more...]
Should I Invest in Chattels in England?
It’s always a good idea to diversify investments as a hedge against an uncertain future. Several visitors wrote in and asked should I invest in chattels now? Let’s review the implications of chattels held purely for investment in England. Then you can use this as input … [Read more...]
Is Compulsive Hoarding a Medical Disorder?
Is compulsive hoarding a medical disorder, or just someone being lazy? This is not about blame - it is about understanding and support. If you’ve ever walked into a home and felt piles of newspapers, boxes, or household items overwhelming you, you are not alone. Some … [Read more...]
Embarrassment Over Hoarding Clutter
Embarrassment can be described as a self conscious feeling of shame, or of feeling guilty of doing something wrong. But this term goes further than just that. It’s a negative self-judgement applying to our entire self concept. Embarrassment over hoarding clutter can … [Read more...]
Secrets About Hoarding You May Not Know
We share secrets about hoarding you may not know yet. Your search is a deep one, for it touches on psychology and neuroscience in ways few people understand. So please relax while we share six unusual and really interesting insights about hoarding, which go beyond … [Read more...]
Hoarding Due to Deprivation and Loss
Compulsive hoarding is a mental condition whereby an affected person accumulates possessions, that they are unable to let go of. We came across an article describing hoarding due to deprivation and loss. This piece centred on adult hoarders who grew up in care … [Read more...]
