In the past decade, millions of Brits have snapped up home tech gadgets to monitor their kids, cats, dogs and deliveries. About one in five homes has a doorbell camera, while thousands more have pet CCTV or video baby monitors. With all this kit installed, it’s probably no surprise that some people have taken to using it for another purpose.

Great letting agents make a world of difference to their clients. They're star performers who keep tenancies running smoothly, properties well-maintained and landlords on the right side of the law. But not all letting agents are equal. Unfortunately, a small minority are rogue operators with ulterior motives.

The Bank of England meets tomorrow (Thursday 7 November) to set the official Bank Rate or base rate as it is also known. This is the rate that banks and building societies use to set the interest rates they charge borrowers.

If you’re considering giving your child a helping hand to buy their first home, you’re not alone. Figures show that 45% of twentysomethings who purchased a property last year did so with a cash boost from the Bank of Mum and Dad (Bomad).* But just because something is common practice doesn’t mean it’s risk-free.