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The ecstasy of buying our first home was short-lived after we found 150 faults

The ecstasy of buying our first home was short-lived after we found 150 faults
BBC Business Saturday 26 September 2026, 20:52 UTC 1 min read
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Getting the keys to a new home felt like a dream come true, until this couple found 150 faults.

Getting the keys to a new home felt like a dream come true, until this couple found 150 faults.
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