East England

First time buyer saves money swapping rent for a mortgage
When first-time homebuyer Ben Dale took the decision to swap his monthly rent for a mortgage, the last thing he expected was to save money.

Barratt to host Homebuyers Show at Riverside Quarter
Following the success of its recent Homebuyers Show in Watford, Barratt North London will host another show at its Riverside Quarter development in Bishop’s Stortford on Saturday 26th September, from 10am to 4pm.

New residents mark the start of something special
The first residents of a major new housing development have moved into their new homes marking the start of what is set to become an exciting new community to the West of Bedford.

‘be at Newhall’ wins British Homes Award
Linden Homes Eastern has added to a growing list of accolades for its ‘be at Newhall’ development on the outskirts of Harlow in Essex, triumphing in the ‘Small House of the Year’ category at the British Homes Awards 2009*.

New apartments arrive at Churchill Gate, Colchester
A stylish collection of brand new apartments go on sale at Churchill Gate in Colchester on Saturday 26th September, giving first-time buyers, downsizers and property investors a superb opportunity to find their ideal homes.

Couple choose moving over improving in Newmarket
When David and Sinnika Wood decided they wanted to gain more living space, they had the option of either extending and modernising their existing home or moving to a new one.

Its ready, set, go for new homes at Greenacres
Two stunning ‘ready-to-move-into’ four and five-bedroom family homes will be available at the end of October at George Wimpey’s sought-after Greenacres development in Stotfold, Bedfordshire.

Homes with distinction available to first time buyers
When you think of Charles Church’s luxurious homes, many would be right to envisage first class internal specification and beautiful exteriors, but if you’re thinking they’re out of your price range then think again as at the company’s The Crescent development at Fairfield Park in Stotfold, there is a selection of exquisite homes which come complete with price tags first time buyers can afford.

Costessey site manager wins ‘Pride in the Job’ award
Taylor Wimpey site manager Stephen Fulcher is celebrating after scooping a top UK building industry award for his work at The Hampdens development at Costessey in Norfolk.

Reasons to be cheerful in Hampton Vale
With so many great reasons to buy a brand new property at Persimmon Homes East Midlands’ Persimmon Azure development in Hampton Vale, it’s no wonder that househunters are flocking to the marketing suite, all looking for a dream home of their own.

Trade up by trading in your old home
If you’re on the lookout for a new home but just can’t face the prospect of having to find a buyer for your existing property, then why not let one of the UK’s largest housebuilders help you out?

HomeBuy Direct gets hundreds of buyers moving
Hundreds of househunters across the country who until recently have been priced out of the housing market have been able to buy a brand new home thanks to properties made available under Persimmon’s Government-supported, HomeBuy Direct scheme.

Creating a community at lake view
The image of Britons retreating behind their front doors, disconnected from neighbours and communities has been challenged by Bloor Homes with the development of Lake View in Elstow. Here, Bloor Homes is creating a development to offer housebuyers more than just a new home and instead a new lifestyle.

Persimmon invests in Essex
As part of New Homes Week (running 12th – 20th September), Persimmon Homes Essex is keen to highlight it’s commitment to boosting the local economy, demonstrating why it’s important to buy a new build property in Essex.

Good friends make good neighbours in Stotfold
When Donna Lodge fell in love with the sumptuous showhome at George Wimpey’s Greenacres development in Bedfordshire, she made a great recommendation – that her friend of 28 years, Susan Marquiss, would also find an ideal home at the Stotfold location.