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Boost your finances with a new home buying scheme
There are certified schemes and unique incentives available when it comes to buying a new-build home.
You could boost your deposit, trade in your current home or get access to a cheaper mortgage rate. Some of the most popular buying schemes for new builds in 2024 are:
New-build homes are much more energy efficient
Stop hunting for heating hacks and start searching for new-build homes: they’re kinder to the planet and your bank balance.
85% of new builds have an EPC rating of A or B, compared with less than 5% of older homes. That means the average new-build energy bill is 57% cheaper than for older properties, meaning savings of £1,685 a year. This figure rises to £2,575 for houses specifically.
So if a smaller carbon footprint and bigger savings are on your wish list, there’s only one way to go.
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Our team of experts bring you the latest news and advice on buying a new-build property.
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We answer your questions about new-build homes
What is a new-build home?
A new-build home is a property that has been newly constructed and hasn’t ever been lived in before. Everything in the home, including fixtures, fittings and appliances is brand new.
Sometimes, if a property has been completely renovated to the point where almost everything is new, it can also count as a new-build home.
Is buying a new build a good investment?
Buying a new-build home can save you money in the long term for the following reasons:
They come with 10 year warranties
They often have EPC ratings of A or B
They can save you money with day-to-day running costs
What schemes are available for buying a new build?
Shared Ownership lets you buy a portion of a property, meaning you only need to save up the deposit.
Deposit Unlock and the Mortgage Guarantee Scheme enables you to buy a new-build home with just a 5% deposit.
First Homes helps local first-time buyers and key workers by offering new-build homes at a 30% - 50% discount.
What is the average cost of new-build homes?
The average price of a new-build home in the UK for 2023 is £389,659, according to the Land Registry. This price varies depending on where you are buying in the country.
The average price for a new-build home in London is £634,100. That's around twice the national average. Whereas a new-build home in the North West is £297,100 and £461,800 in the South East.
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