Expert guides, market updates, and everything you need to know about buying a new-build home in the UK
First-Time BuyersHelp to Buy has ended, but there are plenty of alternatives for first-time buyers in 2026. Explore Deposit Unlock, First Homes, Shared Ownership, Own New Rate, and the Lifetime ISA with our comprehensive comparison of every current scheme and who they suit best.
First-Time BuyersDiscover the full range of developer incentives available to first-time buyers, from deposit contributions and stamp duty paid to specification upgrades and legal fees. Learn when developers are most generous and how to negotiate the best package for your new build home.
First-Time BuyersYour complete guide to moving into a new build home as a first-time buyer. Covers pre-move checklists, setting up utilities and broadband, what your developer provides, packing tips, first week essentials, and settling into your new development community.
First-Time BuyersEverything first-time buyers need to know about snagging a new build home — from what to look for and when to inspect, to professional vs DIY snagging, common defects by room, your legal rights, and what to do if the developer doesn’t fix issues.
First-Time BuyersA detailed breakdown of every additional cost first-time buyers face when purchasing a new build — from solicitor fees and searches to insurance, moving costs, and furnishing. Includes cost tables at different price points and a month-by-month savings plan.
First-Time BuyersA complete guide to first-time buyer stamp duty relief on new build homes in England and Northern Ireland — covering current thresholds, how to claim, comparison tables at every price point, and shared ownership interaction.
First-Time BuyersEverything first-time buyers need to know about reserving a new build home — from the reservation fee and cooling-off period to the critical 28-day window, instructing a solicitor, and avoiding common mistakes.
First-Time BuyersIs it time to stop paying someone else's mortgage? This guide compares renting and buying a new build at every price point — monthly costs, deposit requirements, the break-even point, lifestyle factors, and regional rent-to-mortgage data across the UK.
First-Time BuyersA mortgage offer letter can feel like alphabet soup — LTV, SVR, ERC, product fees. This step-by-step guide demystifies every section of your new build mortgage offer so you know exactly what you are agreeing to.
First-Time BuyersHeading to a show home for the first time? Learn exactly what happens at a new build viewing, the essential questions to ask the sales advisor, what to look for, red flags to watch for, and how to stay in control of the process.
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.