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Read our guides and blogs about buying a new build home - from Shared ownership, to saving for a deposit, we've got every topic covered
Shared ownership
Scottish Incentives: Shared equity schemes
The Scottish Government’s LIFT scheme offers shared equity support for first-time buyers through NSSE for new builds and OMSE for existing homes.
Pros and Cons of Shared Ownership
There are considerations to weigh up before buying a home with Shared Ownership. Read our helpful pros and cons list to inform your decisions.
Older People's Shared Ownership: Buying Incentives for Over 55's
The Older People's Shared Ownership (OPSO) scheme is aimed at those aged 55 or over at the time of purchasing a property.
Staircasing: The Path to Owning 100% of Your Shared Ownership Home
If you purchased your home using the Shared Ownership scheme, you can buy additional shares until you own the majority or all of your home.
Qualifying for Shared Ownership: Are You Eligible?
Before you apply to buy a home using Shared Ownership, you should review the current eligibility criteria. Here we break down the eligibility factors for England.
What is Shared Ownership?
Wondering if the government-backed Shared Ownership scheme is right for you? Or are you confused as to what Shared Ownership means? We break down the things you need to know.
Finance
What is Stamp Duty?
Find out everything you need to know about Stamp Duty including how much it costs and why you need to pay it.
Managing Your Household Bills
Managing household bills is essential for financial stability. Find out how best to keep them under control.
What is Council Tax?
Council Tax is a compulsory sum of money charged to persons based on their property size, cost and location.
What is a Mortgage?
If you are a first time buyer the idea of a mortgage can be daunting. Find out more about mortgages here.
Boost Your Deposit: Tips for First Time Buyers
Read our tips on how to stretch your money further and save for your new home deposit.
5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score
You may understand why you need to monitor and improve your credit score, but you’re probably wondering how.
What is a Credit Report?
Understanding your credit score, and how to improve it, are important considerations when buying a home.
Conducting a Financial Health Check
A financial health check is a report of your financial status and steps you can take to improve your finances.
Sustainability
Electric vehicle charging provisions in new homes
Since June 2022, all new homes must have Electric Car Charging capabilities because of the Part S Building Regulations.
What is Passivhaus? And How It's Shaping Deptford Landings
Guest Post: Peabody New Homes explains what Passivhaus is, and how it is being used at Deptford Landings.
How Builders are Heating New Homes
Builders are using air and ground source heat pumps, solar panels, and heat recovery units to heat new homes.
Green features of new homes A to Z
We explain what new home green features mean, and how they help with sustainability.
How Housebuilders are Protecting the Local Environment and Wildlife
A growing number of new home developers are signing the ‘Homes for Nature’ commitment.
Sustainability Features of New Homes
These energy efficient and environmentally friendly features make new homes more sustainable than older alternatives.
Buying advice
Things to consider when buying off-plan
Buying a home off-plan means securing a property before it’s built, based on plans and visualisations.
New Homes UK: Trending Topics July 2025
We take a closer look at the trending questions in the UK housing market for July 2025.
10 Tips for Buying a New Build Home
We’ve put together our top 10 tips for making the process go as smoothly – and successfully – as possible.
Why Buy? 5 Great Reasons to Own a Home
Weighing up whether to buy or rent? We break down the top reasons you should own a home.
The 6 Stages of Buying a Home
The home buying process is made up of six stages, here we take you through them.
Saving Money by Downsizing to a New Build
If you space in your home that you are no longer using, downsizing can result in considerable savings.
Are New Builds a Good Buy-to-Let Investment?
New homes are ideal for buy-to-lets due to easy set up and maintenance, allowing immediate rental income.
The market feed
What's happening in the UK's new build and housing market
Bank of England cuts base rate to 4%
The Bank of England has announced a cut to the base interest rate, lowering it to 4%.
New Homes at Rydal View Taking Shape in Colwyn Bay
Construction of new homes at Rydal View in Colwyn Bay is progressing well, with the first properties expected to be ready for occupancy this winter.
New homes for sale in Milton Keynes 2025
From green spaces to friendly new communities, there’s something for everyone in Milton Keynes.
New homes for sale in Swindon 2025
Explore the most popular new home developments in and around Swindon.
Show Home Now Open at Sandbourne Gardens, Bewdley
A show home is now open at a housing development in Bewdley.
First Time Buyer Event at Abbey Vale, Widnes on Saturday 7th June
Prospect Homes are holding an exclusive First Time Buyer event at Abbey Vale on Saturday 7th June 2025.
Castle Green Homes: Thriving New Community in Thornton, Merseyside
Work on a new community in Thornton, Merseyside is progressing well, with around 75% of homes now sold.
Area Guides
Area Guide: Newcastle-upon-Tyne
A guide to living in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England (NE)