With a potential government shutdown fast approaching, the House voted 217 to 213 on Tuesday to approve a short-term spending bill that would fund the government through the end of September.

A homeowner has been blasted by critics on social media for having 'more motivational quotes than a call centre' written on the walls of three-quarters of a three-quarter-of-a-million-pound house.

A fresh coat of paint is a surefire way to enhance your home’s curb appeal and beauty. Some real estate experts estimate that it can increase the value of your house by 2 to 5 percent.