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First time homebuyers on a budget don’t need to compromise For most homebuyers, agreeing a budget is the first step to getting on the housing ladder – what you can afford will usually decide what you buy, even if this means compromising on bedroom numbers, a garden or your perfect location. Home Reach from heylo…

A first time buyer guide to buying your first home in the New Year After a challenging couple of years, it has become clear that having space to call your own has never been more important. As we bid farewell to 2021, it’s likely that people are looking to the future with many dreaming of…

Rupi Hunjan talks affordable home ownership mortgages for first time buyers Buying a property is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life, so it is vitally important that you do your homework properly before making this huge commitment. It will not only save you time but in the long run, may…

I’m ready to stop renting – should I buy with new build Shared Ownership? Buying a home can be a confusing and stressful time, especially if you’re a first time buyer trying to save up as much as possible for a deposit while deciding what kind of home you can afford. You might find yourself…

Collection of first time buyer homes available in Surrey What is Shared Ownership? Shared Ownership is an affordable way to buy a home which involves part owning, part renting a property. It’s designed to help people who can’t afford to buy a home at full market value and allows you to buy a share of…

First time buyer apartments available in Barking and Dagenham L&Q has launched a new collection of one, two and three bedroom Shared Ownership apartments at L&Q at Fielders Quarter, Barking Riverside, providing first time buyers with an opportunity to get on to the property ladder at this landmark new neighbourhood in East London. Part of…

Collection of Shared Ownership homes in Haringey – ideal for first time buyers First time buyers can get a glimpse of stylish North London living at the show apartment at The Folium, Catalyst’s new development in leafy Muswell Hill. Providing opportunities for first time buyers to get on to the property ladder in this affluent…

Ideal for first time buyers – two bedroom homes available in Chelmsford On Saturday 4th December, leading housing association L&Q launched a new phase of nine two bedroom homes at The Arbour, a sought-after new neighbourhood within the thriving Beaulieu development on the outskirts of Chelmsford. Available exclusively through Shared Ownership, the new homes offer…

  Lockdowns and working from home over 2021 changed our disposable income spending habits. Unable to go out to events, restaurants and pubs, Brits instead turned their attention towards the domestic, spending £40.6 billion on items to make time at home more enjoyable. Every month, 5.4 million search Google for topics relating to DIY and…

One, two and three bedroom apartments available in Hackney Remarkably, a total of 3.2 million households have got a pet since the start of the pandemic, so you’re certainly not alone in caring for your new dog. If you are looking to move, your four-legged friend is no doubt a major consideration when searching for…

Incentives available during the event to help first time buyers onto the property ladder On Saturday 11th December, Catalyst’s ARRO development in Southall will open its doors to the public to provide a taste of life in the West London property hotspot of Southall, with a range of exclusive incentives available for one weekend only.…

How to make the most of Christmas at home! Christmas may be the most magical time of the year but it comes with some pitfalls. Mainly, everywhere is busy and everything is expensive. However, being able to spend a little extra time at home with your nearest and dearest is one of the best things…

One, two and three bedroom first time buyer apartments available at Kidbrooke Village Royal boroughs in London currently hold a 32.4% property price premium compared to the capital’s average, making stepping onto the property ladder in these locations harder for first time buyers. The Royal Borough of Greenwich is no exception, with property prices increasing…

Leading first time buyer property portal hits major milestone Leading first time buyer property portal Share to Buy has generated its one millionth property enquiry since the portal went independent following the end of the Mayor of London’s First Steps scheme three years ago. Following a major rebrand and rebuild of the website in 2018,…

Shared Ownership and Help to Buy homes available in Tower Hamlets Giving eager homebuyers a tantalising taste of Christmas in a new home, Guinness Homes are hosting ‘Put a Bow On It’ on Thursday 2nd December, from 6pm – 8pm, at Leaside Lock, their flagship development in Bromley-by-Bow. Throughout the festive soirée, festive carols will…

Aspiring homeowners say pandemic has negatively impacted their ability to get on the property ladder. A new report into current perceptions around the UK housing market has shown that the Coronavirus pandemic has deepened uncertainty for potential first time buyers across the North West. The statistics have been revealed in a report from housing developer…

Shared Ownership homes in Croydon, Enfield, Hounslow and Tower Hamlets When you’re looking to buy a home, one of the first things you need to think about is saving up for a deposit which is a lump sum of money that you pay towards the cost of a property. The amount you save up for…

First time buyer offers available on homes in London and beyond This Black Friday, L&Q is offering a £500 John Lewis voucher and a reduced reservation fee of £99 to all purchasers who reserve by Tuesday 30th November, giving first time buyers a helping hand on to the property ladder. Supporting purchasers who might be…

Live session discussing top tips for first time buyers On Monday 15th November 2021, Share to Buy’s Jade Turnstill was joined by Joe Farrington and Sam Cox from Catalyst New Homes for a live home-buying webinar. This session delved into the buying process, with the Catalyst team sharing their top tips for budding buyers who…