Expert guides, market updates, and everything you need to know about buying a new-build home in the UK
First-Time BuyersWeighing up a brand-new home against a period property? This balanced comparison covers build quality, energy bills, warranties, stamp duty, and more to help first-time buyers decide which option suits their budget and lifestyle.
First-Time BuyersCompare shared ownership and buying outright for first-time buyers of new build homes. Covers eligibility, monthly costs at different share levels, staircasing, pros and cons, and which option best suits your circumstances.
First-Time BuyersEverything you need to know about using a Lifetime ISA to buy your first new build home, including the 25% government bonus, savings projections, provider comparisons, withdrawal rules, and how it works with new build purchases.
First-Time BuyersLearn how to improve your credit score before applying for a new build mortgage. Covers UK credit agencies, practical improvement steps, timelines, common mistakes, and special considerations for new build properties.
First-Time BuyersDiscover proven strategies for saving your new build deposit as a first-time buyer, from Lifetime ISAs and government schemes to monthly savings plans, family gifting rules, and practical cost-cutting tips.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive guide to parking and outdoor space in UK new build homes. Covers allocated parking, garage sizes, visitor parking, EV charging provision, garden sizes, balconies, shared green spaces, planning requirements, adoptable roads, and parking covenants. Includes comparison tables by property type.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive guide to accessibility features in new build homes across the UK. Covers Building Regulations Part M categories (Cat 1, Cat 2, Cat 3), Lifetime Homes standards, standard accessibility features, adaptable homes for ageing in place, and grants and funding available for accessible housing.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive location assessment guide for new build home buyers in the UK. Covers transport links, schools, healthcare, shops, flood risk, noise, future development plans, and provides a scoring system for comparing locations. Includes online tools, resources, and tips for visiting at different times.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive checklist of everything to verify before paying a reservation fee on a new build home in the UK. Covers developer reputation, planning permissions, build stage, specifications, contract terms, financial readiness, and cooling-off periods to help you reserve with confidence.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive checklist of every document needed throughout the new build buying process in the UK. From reservation to completion, this guide covers ID requirements, mortgage documents, solicitor paperwork, exchange documents, and completion pack contents, with a timeline showing when each document is needed.
Buying GuidesA detailed comparison of new build apartments and houses in the UK. Compare costs, service charges, space, maintenance, leasehold considerations, resale value, and lifestyle factors. Includes comprehensive tables, charts, and practical guidance to help you decide which property type best suits your needs and budget.
Buying GuidesA complete guide to downsizing to a new build home in the UK. Discover the financial benefits including equity release and lower running costs, modern accessibility features, part exchange options, bungalow and apartment choices, and practical tips for managing the emotional and physical transition.