Guides
Buyer guides, in plain English.
Stamp duty paid by the developer
Some builders offer to cover all or part of your Stamp Duty Land Tax on selected plots.
3 min readFirst-time buyer schemes
The main schemes and reliefs that help first-time buyers in England, and how they work with new builds.
6 min readDeposit contributions
A deposit contribution is a sum the developer adds towards your deposit, usually as a percentage of the price.
4 min readPart exchange
With part exchange, the developer buys your current home so you can move without a chain.
4 min readReserving off-plan
A reservation fee takes a plot off the market while your solicitor and mortgage are arranged.
5 min readShared ownership and First Homes
Government-backed schemes can lower the cost of getting on the ladder, with eligibility rules attached.
5 min readSnagging and handover
Snagging is the process of finding and fixing small defects before and after you move in.
4 min readFor developers
Building new homes? Get in front of buyers early.
Create a free account, get approved in 24–48 hours, and pay only for confirmed viewings and reservations.