You’ve read every home build magazine, spent hours on google reading about the pros and cons of self build, but finally you feel ready to take the plunge. One of the first steps you’ll be thinking about is where to find a plot to build your self build home on. Where can you find a self-build plot? The first thing …
7 Reasons to Buy a New Build Home
Whether you’ve made the decision to move home or perhaps you’re looking to purchase your first home, congratulations! When it comes to choosing your new home there’s lots to think about – so where do you start? Property websites will of course have lots of homes in all shapes, sizes and budgets and are a great start to getting an …
Buying a New Build Home: New versus Resale (Which is Best?)
If you’ve made the decision to buy a new build home, then first, let us say congratulations! Whether it’s your first home, or your 10th purchase, it’s the first step in an exciting journey. So what next? Well, before you pour the coffee and spend a good few hours hunting for homes for sale, you will want to decide whether …
House Buying Stress: Reduce the pressure with our stress-busting tips
A survey commissioned by estatesdirect.com highlighted that house buying was one of the most stressful things you can do in life; above that of getting a divorce, having a new baby, being made redundant or planning a wedding. Whether you are a first time buyer already feeling the pressure building or are haunted by a previous experience, this article explains …
Will downsizing house make our retirement better?
The hard graft is done, you’ve finally paid off your family home mortgage, the kids have left home and now you are gazing warmly into the future trying to map out your retirement. The golden years are something to look forward to. With newfound time on your hands, opportunities can be seized allowing you to follow your passions or try …
Which House Builder Should I Pick for my Bespoke Home
Are Fotheringham Homes the local builder for you? Choosing a builder is like handing your ‘baby’ over on their first day at school. Up until this point your dream home has very much been your baby, but now that you are looking to get the foundations laid you need to put your trust in someone else. This article explains what to look …