Expert guides, market updates, and everything you need to know about buying a new-build home in the UK
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.
First-Time BuyersFollow one first-time buyer's complete journey from renting to owning a new build home. Real costs, timelines, mistakes, and lessons learned over 18 months.
First-Time BuyersFirst-time buyers lose thousands on new builds through avoidable errors. We break down the 15 most expensive mistakes — with real pound figures showing what each one costs — so you don't repeat them.
First-Time BuyersBeyond the budget spreadsheet — the new build costs that blindside buyers. Escalating estate charges, unadopted roads, restrictive covenants, the new build premium trap, and 9 more surprises.
First-Time BuyersPractical salary-to-property tables showing exactly what first-time buyers can borrow and afford at every income level from £25,000 to £80,000+. Includes worked monthly budget examples, joint income calculations, regional affordability maps, how to stretch your borrowing, and realistic budget scenarios that account for all the costs developers don't mention.
First-Time BuyersEvery cost of buying a new build home itemised — from reservation fee to furniture. Includes a worked £300,000 example showing exactly what first-time buyers need saved and budgeted.
First-Time BuyersShould you buy a new build or an older home? We compare costs, maintenance, energy bills, space, resale value, and lifestyle — honestly covering the pros and cons of each so you can decide what's right for you.
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.