Wiltshire homebuyers drawn to a simpler move
Making a move up the property ladder can be stressful at the best of times and with this, homebuyers are looking for ways to make the move easier. One of the most problematic areas for homebuyers that need to be addressed is property chains.
These chains can lock families into difficult and often stressful relationships with complete strangers and all too often fall apart at the final stages, leaving people disappointed and needing to start the process over again. To help overcome these issues, developer Crest Nicholson is offering homebuyers a full value Part Exchange Scheme at its Wiltshire developments, St John’s Park in Marlborough and the canal-side Drayman’s Lock in Devizes, removing the pressures of finding a buyer for their existing home and continuing these fragile chains.
Laura Osborne, Sales Manager for Crest Nicholson (South West), commented: “The part exchange scheme offers an ideal solution for homebuyers looking to upsize and provides an immediate cash buyer for their home, with independent valuations ensuring that they receive market value. This can give homebuyers extra piece of mind by removing complicated chain delays and breakdowns, often significantly reducing the time it takes to move into their dream home.
“At both St John’s Park and Drayman’s Lock we have seen an increasing number of people exploring Part Exchange thanks to the ease of the process and the stress and worry it removes. A larger property is within easy reach with this scheme, which is ideal for those with growing families or those who just want extra space and the peace of mind of a new property.”
Guy Straker of Strakers Estate Agents said: “At Strakers we have noticed a really positive upturn in the number of homebuyers moving into Devizes and the surrounding villages. The residential sales market in this area is still very positive and properties are selling across various price ranges.
“One constant concern for our vendors however, is the potential for sales to fall through due to chains breaking down somewhere along the line. As a result of this we are seeing an increase in the numbers of part exchanges taking place, with the peace of mind that a developer buying your home can bring. With a guaranteed sale agreed at a realistic market price, and the knowledge that the buyers will not change their mind, it is a very convenient and straight forward option that helps buyers make that next step up the ladder.”
The process is simple with potential purchasers first identifying the Crest Nicholson property they wish to buy - then the company will arrange for three independent local estate agents to value their existing home. Providing the home meets the terms and conditions required for the part exchange, Crest Nicholson will make an offer on the property. Once the offer is accepted customers can reserve their brand new home without the additional cost of a Home Information Pack or any agents’ fees to pay.
Crest Nicholson’s Drayman’s Lock development at Devizes offers attractive accommodation within walking distance of the town centre. Prices at Devizes currently start at £149,950 for a two bedroom home ranging to £219,950 for a four bedroom home.
The St John’s Park development offers homebuyers the choice of 169 traditionally designed properties including three, four and five bedroom houses. There are currently a number of attractive four bedroom properties on offer at St John’s Park, all of which have a garage and parking space. Prices currently start at £334,950 for a four bedroom ‘Marksbury’ and range to £575,000 for a four bedroom ‘Earlswood’.
To find out more about part exchange and the homes currently available, call into the on-site sales offices which are open from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily.