RSS Feed

Dorset

Another first-time buyer steps onto the ladder at Poole Quarter

Another first-time buyer steps onto the ladder at Poole Quarter

Crest Nicholson’s hugely popular Poole Quarter development in Poole has welcomed yet another first-time buyer ‘on-board’. Emma Ball, 35, is now the proud owner of a brand new one bedroom apartment thanks to the house builder’s EasyBuy scheme, designed especially to help first-time buyers reach that all important first rung on the property ladder.

Last chance for first-time buyers to overlook Sandbanks for less

Last chance for first-time buyers to overlook Sandbanks for less

Award-winning house builder Crest Nicholson is urging first-time buyers to act quickly if they want to secure a property at its popular development in Poole. Poole Quarter –situated just 300 metres from the sea and overlooking the highly desirable area of Sandbanks – has nearly sold out, with just eight one and two bedroom apartments now remaining.

Cheaper to buy than rent in Blandford Forum

Cheaper to buy than rent in Blandford Forum

Potential first time home buyers in Blandford Forum, Dorset, could be financially better off buying a property rather than renting, so says Persimmon Homes South Coast.

New home sparks new love affair for Shaftesbury newly-weds

New home sparks new love affair for Shaftesbury newly-weds

They’ve been together for seven years but Shaftesbury newly-weds Abi and Mick Crocket are now enjoying an exciting new love affair....with their brand new Bovis Home!

Coastal Poole Quarter apartments are ready to move in

Coastal Poole Quarter apartments are ready to move in

Situated near a picturesque harbour, bustling town and just minutes from the sea is an impressive selection of one, two and three apartments ready for home buyers to move straight into, without even having to lift a finger.

Investor doubles up at popular Poole Quarter development

Investor doubles up at popular Poole Quarter development

Since the economic downturn and the climbing deposits required for buying a home, the demand for rental properties has surged.

Successful open weekend at Poole Quarter

Successful open weekend at Poole Quarter

The award-winning house builder, Crest Nicholson, has hosted a successful open weekend at its popular Poole Quarter development (16th and 17th July).

First time buyers in Bournemouth get national funding boost

First time buyers in Bournemouth get national funding boost

Dorset's leading housebuilder has secured national funding to help first time buyers who want to take their first step on the housing ladder at Honeycombe Beach in Boscombe.

Poole Quarter proves a popular retreat for second home owners

Poole Quarter proves a popular retreat for second home owners

The sea air and warmer climates have been enticing second home owners to the South West for years and with more Britons opting for UK holidays, Crest Nicholson has seen a rise in demand for second homes at its Poole Quarter development.

New bungalows revealed at popular Purbeck Gate

New bungalows revealed at popular Purbeck Gate

Buyers searching for the rare commodity of a brand new bungalow are in for a real treat when they visit Purbeck Gate in Dorset.

Crest Nicholson announces sought after Poole development is 95% sold

Crest Nicholson announces sought after Poole development is 95% sold

Located just minutes from golden beaches, blue seas and a thriving town centre, it’s no wonder that Crest Nicholson’s coastal Poole Quarter development has now sold 95% of its properties, which have been particularly popular among first time buyers, investors and second home owners.

Poole Quarter purchaser steps onto the ladder with an EasyBuy

Poole Quarter purchaser steps onto the ladder with an EasyBuy

First-time buyers have come face-to-face with a tough housing market recently, yet despite the difficulties in reaching that all important first rung on the ladder, a local couple have found themselves an ‘EasyBuy’* and are now the proud owners of a brand new home in Poole.

Persimmon helps Shaftesbury buyers avoid rent race

Persimmon helps Shaftesbury buyers avoid rent race

Many young house hunters may find themselves stuck in a vicious circle of renting and not being able to afford to save enough money for a deposit at the same time. However, one couple in Shaftesbury has been able to move into their very own property – without a deposit – thanks to Persimmon Homes’ shared equity scheme.

Enjoy a DIY-free Bank Holiday

Enjoy a DIY-free Bank Holiday

May bank holiday is traditionally the time we don overalls and give our homes a much needed DIY fix. However, with recent research revealing over half of Brits are scared of DIY and four out of ten would even go as far as saying they hate it , many people will be looking to avoid household chores this spring.

Easter treats await househunters at Purbeck Gate

Buyers on the hunt for a stylish new home at Barratt’s Purbeck Gate will get much more than they bargained for when they visit the popular site on Saturday 23 April.