New home buyers will be pleased to know that a new independent body in the New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) launches today (8th February). Yes, the NHQB will aim to champion quality new homes and improve outcomes for customers. Here’s more…
After a tough year, it is welcome news to learn that housebuilding contributed to the growth of the country’s construction sector, for the month of December. We take a closer look at the figures…
Like it or not, the way we live and the homes in which we live in are soon going to be different. Climate change remains a constant ‘top of the agenda’ matter, hence more energy efficient homes are needed. We look at what plans are in place for new homes, the issues, and which housebuilders are championing sustainability.
When we think of new homes, mostly young families spring to mind. But they can also be perfect for older couples who want to downsize and stay independent. We look more closely at the benefits of buying new to do so. Plus, we share some of the new build developments available with the right size properties for retiring in.
Once again, the country is in lockdown, but the housing market remains open so that people can view properties and move home.
They were set to end in December this year, but Barratt Developments confirms it will extend its special discount offers for the NHS and Armed Forces. Now set to run until June 2021, we find out more about the schemes, and where in the country they have been most popular.
As we pursue the positive news coming from the housebuilding sector, we look at what’s being done to develop the housebuilders of tomorrow. From NVQs and apprenticeships, to other learning schemes, hard work is being done to plug the skills gap in the construction industry. Here’s how…
The government has recently announced new measures to enable much-needed new homes to be built in urban areas. Yes, a shortage of affordable housing, increasing vacant brownfield sites, and the need to help cities and high streets recover after the pandemic have made it time to regenerate our cities. Find out more…
Homes England confirmed last week that there would be more time for Help to Buy with a month’s extension to the practical completion deadline. Here’s what that means…
What are the best new homes to work from home in? Covid-19 has changed the way many people work, with a large number being asked by employers to stay at home to do so. Since March, most non-essential workers, those who would usually work from an office, have been working from home. So, what do new build homes have to offer remote workers?
