First time buyers in for a treat this weekend

Redrow is hosting a special weekend dedicated to helping first time buyers take their first steps on the property ladder - with a treat in store for anyone reserving a new home.

First time homebuyers will be able to get advice from a host of experts on the weekend January 19 and 20 at Redrow’s Kennet Heath development in Thatcham, Berkshire, and also be among the first to view the brand new show apartment.

Anyone reserving on the day will be in for an extra special treat from Redrow - £500 of John Lewis vouchers to spend on making their new home look beautiful, and the first four to reserve on Saturday will also be rewarded with a brand new 42-inch plasma screen TV.

Holly Finer, area sales manager for Redrow Homes (Southern) said: “Buying a first home can be a daunting experience but we want to make it as straightforward as possible for first time buyers to get all the information they need.

“This open weekend is the ideal opportunity for them to seek advice about stepping onto the property ladder and take a look at the great properties we have on offer at Kennet Heath.”

As well as chatting to Redrow’s knowledgeable sales consultants, prospective purchasers can speak with independent financial advisors and solicitors to gain impartial advice about moving home and getting a mortgage for the first time.

The homes at Kennet Heath include two-bedroom apartments, which are sure to make a big impact on first time buyers. The stunning new show apartment, also launching this weekend, has been designed with a fresh and funky twist to appeal to young home owners and is sure to whet their appetites as to the endless possibilities the blank canvas of a new property provides.

To further tempt customers, Redrow is offering a great incentive to buy by paying customer’s 5% deposit, stamp duty and legal fees on selected plots, so all they have to pay up-front is a £99 reservation fee.

Holly added: “Once on the ladder, purchasers will hopefully be able to begin the process of building up some equity and will also be able to live the lifestyle they want to live. Many think they will never be able to afford it – but that doesn’t have to be the case, especially at Kennet Heath, where we have a wide selection of stylish apartments at competitive prices, as well as experts on hand to make home ownership easy to understand.

“We can also talk to buyers about the possibilities of getting a joint mortgage with a friend, which is a trend that has increased in popularity in recent years and can be a way of making the dream of owning a new home a reality.

“More importantly we can offer great incentives like ‘move in for £99’ which will help struggling first time buyers to make that all-important first step.”

Conveniently located just off the A4, Kennet Heath boasts a range of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, currently priced from £187,950. The development provides easy access to nearby Newbury, Basingstoke and Reading, with the M4 and M3 motorways just a short drive away. Even better, Thatcham railway station is within walking distance and offers frequent trains to Reading and London Paddington.

The first time buyers weekend is taking place on Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20 between 10am and 4pm at Redrow’s Kennet Heath development, off Station Road, Thatcham. For more information visit Redrow.co.uk.

For general information about Redrow and its properties across the south of England go to Redrow.co.uk.