Barratt gives a boost for first time buyers

Saturday, 9th February could be the day when first-time buyers looking for a home in Colchester receive the extra boost they need to get a foot on the property ladder.

Barratt Eastern Counties is holding a ‘Dream Start Day’ at its two riverside developments, Horizons and Colne View, where first-time buyers can find out about the amazing Dream Start offer that allows them to buy a new home for just 75% of the price. Independent financial advisers will also be on hand throughout the day to give guidance on money matters.

Rebecca Littler, Sales and Marketing Director for Barratt Eastern Counties comments” “We’re acutely aware that first-time buyers are finding it increasingly tough to buy a home. Dream Start is our best ever offer for first-time buyers. It’s a really fantastic deal that is only available on selected homes for a short period of time. I strongly recommend that anyone interested should come along to our Dream Start days to find out more.”

Dream Start buyers pay only 75% of the purchase price; the remaining 25% is deferred, without interest or rent, for up to ten years or until the house is resold.

As an additional incentive, if anyone reserves an apartment at Horizons or Colne View on Saturday 9th or Sunday 10th February, Barratt will even pay the stamp duty and legal fees up to £1,000.

Horizons is a smart apartment development that is perfect for young people seeking their first home. Set on the banks of the River Colne, it is just a short stroll from the shops and entertainment in the town centre and less than a five-minute walk from Colchester North station, which has regular 40-minute services to London’s Liverpool Street.

The one and two-bedroom apartments are laid out in a contemporary open-plan style that uses space highly effectively and each has a very well equipped kitchen, including a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. A free resident’s gym will open soon and purchasers even receive a free high quality bicycle, to encourage a ‘green’ lifestyle.

Apartments at Colne View, Barratt’s attractive riverside development in the heart of the up and coming Hythe area of Colchester, are also of an excellent specification and residents also benefit from their own gym.

Dream Start prices (75% of the full selling price) at Horizons start at just £137,995 for a one-bedroom apartment and £169,995 for a two-bedroom apartment. Prices at Colne View start at £125,995 for a very well sized two-bedroom apartment; some of these apartments benefit from river views.

Some apartments at both developments are ready for immediate occupation.

The marketing suites are open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Alternatively, visit Barratthomes.co.uk for more information.