First time buyer extravaganza at Staunton Place

Keen to get a foot on the property ladder but worried about the expense? You might be in for a pleasant surprise if you check out Barratt's first-time buyer BBQ at Staunton Place in Havant. First time buyers in the region are being given a helping hand onto the housing ladder with Barratt's hugely successful Dream Start initiative.

And a special weekend for first time buyers will be held at the development on August 23/24 for potential buyers to find out more.

Available for a limited period on apartments and houses, the deal is designed to make home ownership as affordable as possible for those looking to get onto the housing ladder.

Under Dream Start first-time buyers secure a mortgage for 75 per cent of the total property price and Barratt finances the remaining 25 per cent for up to 10 years.

Barratt will also pay the five per cent deposit for first time buyers - a real bonus for those struggling to pay rent and save towards a new home.

Mark Docherty, Barratt sales director, said: "The affordability difficulties faced by first time buyers are still an ongoing issue and Barratt's Dream Start scheme is tailored exclusively to help these people get on the property ladder."

This means a two bedroom apartment with an asking price of £144,995 can be purchased for just £108,747.

Staunton Place offers something for everyone, from apartments to family homes. Prices range from £89,995 for studio apartments to £254,995 for four-bedroom properties.

"This development is a great location for all age groups," Mark continued. "There are communal gardens with specially commissioned sculptures and Havant is a thriving market town with plenty going on. We're also close to Portsmouth, Chichester and the Isle of Wight."

For further details, log on to Barratthomes.co.uk.