Why a New Build May Be the Perfect Option When House Hunting

As a first-time buyer there’s so much to consider when you start house-hunting. Whether you’re leaving home for the first time or moving in with a partner, before you start your search you’ll need to decide where you want to live, how much space you need and what kind of property you’re looking for.

For many first-time buyers, a new-build may be the perfect option. Here’s why…

Modern Design and Features

New-builds have to meet stringent energy efficiency regulations. This means they come with energy-saving features built-in, such as double-glazing, central heating and insulation as standard. Many new-build homes will have in-built energy-efficient appliances to help reduce both your household bills and your environmental impact.

Modern living requires flexible, modern layouts, and architects designing new-build homes recognise this. As such, many offer multi-function open plan living spaces that can be used in whatever way suits your family best. Since most new-build properties come as a blank slate, you can also personalise your new home from scratch, designing it exactly how you want it.

Low Maintenance

New-build properties are a low-maintenance option for new homeowners thanks to the modern materials used in their construction and their high-quality fixtures and fittings. This helps to reduce the likelihood of repairs being needed and newer homes typically require less maintenance.

New builds also come with warranties covering any structural defects that typically cover the first 10-15 years of the property’s life.

Investment Potential

New homes are always in demand, from first-time buyers to young families, busy professionals and older couples looking to downsize. This means they often hold their value well and are in demand both from buyers and renters.

This makes a new-build home a good long-term investment, and homes in desirable areas that have been well-maintained can command higher resale prices when it’s time to sell.

Community and Lifestyle

New housing developments are typically located near existing amenities such as shops, parks and schools alongside established neighbourhoods.

This gives first-time buyers an instant community and new-build developments can help to draw like-minded people together, whether it’s young professionals or growing families.

In this way, new build homes encourage a social lifestyle for new buyers and help to create a sense of belonging and connection with their neighbours.

Safety and Security

When moving into a new-build home, you don’t need to worry about whether or not your new property is safe and secure, since they’ll come with all the usual safety features as standard. For example, all new-build houses in the UK are required to have interconnected mains-powered smoke alarms on each floor.

Many will also have additional features, for example, security alarms, ring doorbells and secure fencing around the perimeter. Additionally, many new developments are located in quieter  areas, away from the noise and traffic of busy roads and town-centres, making them a more desirable option for many first-time buyers.

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