Get off to an easy start at Tamarinds

George Wimpey is making it easy for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder - by only paying for 75% of the price of their new apartment at its Tamarinds development in Colchester, Essex.

Homes are available from just £139,995, and through the Easy Start scheme customers need only secure a mortgage through Halifax for 70% of the purchase price.

With the buyer putting down a 5% deposit, George Wimpey steps in to provide a rent and interest-free loan on the remaining 25% of the purchase price for up to ten years. From day one, the purchaser owns 100% of their new home for 75% of the price.

"This scheme just couldn't be easier," says Tina Dedman, Regional Sales and Marketing Director. "The purchaser owns 100% of the property and can pay off the interest-free loan in up to three instalments to suit their circumstances.

"Savvy first-time buyers will find this scheme simple and helpful at a time when mortgage lenders are reducing the flexibility of some of their products."

Tamarinds comprises stunning new apartments within easy reach of Colchester centre and the beautiful Essex countryside.

The stylish ‘Tumeric B' apartment, for example, features a large living area with adjoining kitchen, two well-proportioned bedrooms - one with en-suite facilities - a family bathroom and a generous hallway with built-in storage.

Like all new homes at Tamarinds, the property enjoys a high standard specification, including gas central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood.

George Wimpey's Options Centre, inside the Sales Centre at the development, offers the chance to add detail and value to a new property using an extensive selection of flooring, luxury fittings and design ideas.

Colchester is a unique blend of beautiful English architecture, modern leisure amenities, pubs, bars and restaurants, good schools and two universities. The coast at West Mersea and Rowhedge are just 20 minutes away.

For commuters, Tamarinds is just a two minute walk from North Station, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. The M11 and Stansted Airport are easily accessible via the new A120.

Further information is available by visiting the Sales Centre, located off Tufnell Way, Bergholt Road, Colchester and open daily from 10am to 6pm.

Information on all George Wimpey developments across the region is available by visiting the website at Georgewimpey.co.uk.