The benefits of buying a new build

Now may be a good time to look at buying a new home following the government’s announcement to cut stamp duty for houses valued at £500,000 until 31 March 2021. This combined with attractive mortgage rates is helping many to secure their  dream home. New builds have many advantages and here are some of the reasons that make them an attractive choice for home buyers.

1. It’s new – no one else has lived in it before – everything is clean and brand new.  You don’t have to worry about expensive repairs or replacements
2. Open plan living – new homes have been designed to be spacious and provide space for entertaining family and friends.
3. Customise your new home – depending on the stage of construction of your new home – you will be able to choose your kitchen, tiles etc., and add optional extras of your choice to suit your taste and budget
4. Quality build with LABC warranty cover – Local Authority Building Control are the industry standard for builders, which has developed to make the home buying process fair and offering protection for purchasers with a ten year warranty
5. Safe and healthy – new homes must conform to the newest and safest building codes and regulations
6. Energy efficiency – new homes must conform to the latest standards of insulation within the floor, wall and loft.
7. More cost effective to maintain – manufacturer warranties and improved technology can often mean savings on utility bills.  New building products are more durable, have better insulation and require little maintenance
8. New neighbourhood – make new friends quickly.  Living on a new development can make it easier to establish new and lasting friendships
9. Peace of mind  – our team provides a comprehensive 2 year after sales customer service
10. No chains – moving into a new home means there is no chain on the side of your purchasing property which can makes thing a little less stressful.