Reaping the rewards of buying new

If you’re looking to move home this year, but are unsure whether to choose an older property, or a new build housetype, leading developer, Persimmon Homes Essex, has a number of reasons why househunters looking for an apartment should take a trip to The Templars in Witham, as the benefits of buying new with the company speak for themselves.

Neil Sykes, sales director for Persimmon Homes Essex, explains: “There is an abundance of statistics proving why new homes are more beneficial, for one there is no difficult or time consuming DIY to attempt and according to the New Homes Marketing Board, a brand new property is far more sustainable and up to 40 per cent more energy efficient than its older equivalent.”

Neil continues: “Due to new properties being more energy efficient, residents are safe in the knowledge that their heating won’t be as costly to run and with a variety of competitive incentives only available on new builds, a home built today is in general more affordable than one on the second hand market.”

Persimmon Homes Essex is showcasing its range of affordable apartments at The Templars in Witham. The development consists of a beautiful range of two bedroom apartments, which all come complete with a handy parking space and several host a bathroom and additional en suite to the master bedroom.

Prices at the development start from £139,950 and through the company’s commitment to the Government-supported 50 per cent First Time Buyer Initiative, buyers could pay as little as £69,975. With this in mind, it will come as welcome news to first time buyers as rental figures for second hand properties in the area currently stand at £650 per month, while mortgage repayments are closer to £350.*

The First Time Buyer Initiative is open to individuals who live in Witham or the surrounding area, and currently do not own a property, including key public sector workers such as the police, nurses and teachers.

Neil concludes: “Either with or without our First Time Buyer Initiative, homes available at The Templars are proving to be extremely popular with first time buyers and downsizers alike. Our homes come with a two year guarantee and have a ten year warranty with the NHBC, making them a safe and advantageous option for those looking to move home.”

Interested parties are encouraged to speak to the expert sales advisers at The Templars, where they can help them to find their dream home, complete with affordable price tag.

The Templars is located in the heart of Witham, which offers fantastic commuter routes to Chelmsford, Colchester and beyond and with a host of amenities available purchasers will find everything they need on their doorstep. Those looking to travel to London will be pleased to note that the mainline station is just walking distance from The Templars, which connects directly to London Liverpool Street. Persimmon knows the advantage of Witham all too well as the company has based its head office in the centre of the town.

If you would like to find out further details about the properties available, log on to Persimmonhomes.com.

* Figures correct as of June 2009.