How to view a Barratt home

To help first-time buyers and potential purchasers who are looking to put a mortgage where their mouth is in 2009, Barratt is offering property hunters in the region some essential tips to use when viewing what could be their brand new dream home.

Investing in bricks and mortar is a sound long-term choice, but would-be buyers must have a checklist to ensure they are making the right decisions and looking for the right things when they are considering which property is right for them.

Barratt has six top tips to assist with viewing the brand new properties across its local developments.

Research the area you want to live in first to select the right development for you – consider your transport needs, whether it has suitable schools or other amenities which suit your lifestyle.

Have an idea of which Barratt offer or deal you would like to take advantage of, or ask about what is available when you look at your property. Examples of offers are HomeBuy Direct, part exchange if you want to cut the house buying chain or Dream Start on apartments, where the buyer owns 100 per cent of their property but only pays 75 per cent. These, among other deals can help you overcome any problems you feel you may encounter.

Prepare some questions before you view your potential new home, such as what energy efficiency grading the property achieves, or whether there are any fixtures and fittings included with the property.

Take a tape measure to your visit and make sure you have already measured the sizes of your existing furniture and storage space.

Don’t go expecting the first home you view will be the one you buy, as Barratt has a wide range of house and apartment types to select from. Viewing it more than once and with someone else is also ideal.

Make the most of the showhome for design inspiration – this should help visualise what personal touches can be added, as well as what furniture will easily fit in the space.

Louise Ware, sales director for Barratt, said, “If buyers adhere to these key tips on the checklist, they will find they are fully equipped to be able to make that big decision to buy the home of their dreams.

“Buying a home is probably the biggest purchase anyone makes in their life, so just like you would take time over a holiday or a car, it needs to be a well considered move.

“The great thing about a new Barratt home is that they come ready to move in to, so there are no worries about essential DIY before the big day, or maintenance work to be carried out straight away.”

For more information, visit Barratthomes.co.uk.