Expert guides, market updates, and everything you need to know about buying a new-build home in the UK
Costs & BudgetingNew builds cost more upfront, but are they actually more expensive? This analysis breaks down the new build premium, calculates total cost of ownership over 10 and 25 years for three property types, and shows exactly when the premium pays for itself — and when it does not.
Buying GuidesEverything you need to know about buying a new build off-plan in the UK. Covers the step-by-step process from reservation to completion, contract terms, deposit protection, mortgage timing, construction delays, down-valuations, specification changes, and what happens if the developer goes bust.
Buying GuidesA comprehensive decision guide that goes beyond generic pros and cons. Discover whether a new build home is right for first-time buyers, families, downsizers, investors, and relocators — with financial examples, decision checklists, and honest assessments for each buyer type.
Buying GuidesA detailed side-by-side comparison of new build homes versus existing properties across 15 factors: purchase price, energy costs, maintenance, build quality, space, character, chain-free buying, warranties, gardens, customisation, location, mortgages, and long-term value. With worked cost examples over 10 years.
First-Time BuyersEverything a first-time buyer needs to know about buying a new build home in the UK. From saving your deposit and choosing a scheme, to picking a plot and getting the keys — the definitive guide with links to every resource you'll need.
Buying GuidesThe ultimate guide to buying a new build home in the UK. Covers every aspect of the purchase — from searching and visiting developments, through mortgages, deposits, solicitors, contracts, and incentives, to exchange, completion, snagging, and your first year. With links to 40+ specialist guides for deeper detail on every topic.
Buying GuidesThe definitive guide to what a new build home actually is in the UK. Covers the legal definition, every type of new build, how they're constructed, who the major developers are, building regulations, Future Homes Standard, warranties, the new build premium, and how the industry works from land purchase to keys.