If you visit our website, you will see one of our featured housebuilders right now is Kingswood Homes. If you don’t know much about Kingswood, find out more about them, see some of their new build homes, and discover what they have to offer new home buyers.
You may have heard in the news recently, that one of the country’s biggest housebuilders is ditching gas in some of its new homes. Yes, Redrow confirmed it will be switching to heat pumps as standard for heating all of its detached properties. This is a significant step and sends a big message to others in the industry as the government looks to roll out ‘The Future Homes Standard’ and making new-build properties gas free by 2025.
Despite the difficult economic conditions over the last few months, the registration of new homes between July and September were some of the highest since 2007. However, the NHBC warn of a ‘slowdown ahead’. We look at the figures, including where new home registrations are the highest. Find out more…
Did you know there is help out there for first-time buyers with the government’s First Homes Scheme? It launched back in June 2021, and provides local homes for first-time buyers at discounted prices. We look at how the scheme works, who is eligible for it and how you can go about finding and applying for First Homes
To ensure the fastest broadband speeds for new homes, the government recently announced an amendment to the Building Regulations 2010. The change means new homes in England must now be built with gigabit broadband connections. We look more closely at broadband for new homes, from why it’s important, to who benefits. Read more here…
With the increasing cost of living impacting all of us, we look at how to afford a new-build home. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or you’re looking to step up to an energy efficient new build, we share tips on affordability and budgets. While saving, and buying, is more difficult with increased costs – it’s not impossible. Here’s what we recommend…
Lots of new build home developments can be found close to rural settings. And with this, comes the opportunity to enjoy fresh air and countryside, all on your doorstep. With a focus on the north of the country, we look at some of the new homes currently available near countryside walks. Take a look…
With 2022 coming to a close, we look ahead to the New Year and some of the exciting new build home developments you can find in 2023. We’ve gone across the country to bring you a flavour of what’s available if you hope to buy a new build in the new year. Take a look…
It’s time to get ready for New Homes Week. This year, the consumer awareness campaign from The Home Builders Federation (HBF) takes place from 27 February to 3 March. The campaign has been named ‘Make your move’ and will focus on the many benefits of new build homes. We find out more…
What do you do if you are due to move into your new-build home before Christmas? With so much to prepare with Christmas itself – how will you be able to organise a smooth move and get all the necessaries completed? We share some tips on moving over the festive period and what to prioritise when it comes to moving into your new-build before Christmas.