Essex Property News

Choosing to buy a brand new home over an older second hand property could prove to be a sensible consumer move in the current market, saving home owners time and money along the way.

Barratt North London sponsored the Harlow Show for the third year running as its Exclusive Event Partner and was pleased to host a record number of visitors in the Barratt marquee, including Bill Rammell, MP for Harlow, and Councillor Tony Hall, chairman of Harlow Council.

Weston Homes has recently launched its newest Southend development to great acclaim. The Haven, located on Burgess Road in Thorpe Bay, is a niche development of just nine perfectly appointed two bedroom apartments and penthouses, boasting exceptional views of the adjacent golf course as well as the seafront.

Swathes of people are missing out by not taking advantage of shared ownership schemes, claims the housebuilder, Bellway. Even prior to the latest announcements (2 September) the Government recently extended its affordable homes initiative to all first-time buyers; previously only those working for the public sector could apply. Many people are unaware of this change in the rules and so are missing out on having a home of their own.

84-year old Dorothy Lewis has lived in Rayleigh for 50 years; she has many friends locally and one of her daughters owns the Courts florist shop in the town. So when Dorothy decided that the upkeep of her three-bedroom bungalow and garden had become too much for her, she didn't even consider looking beyond this delightful market town for her new home.

Homeowners looking for a simple way to move can now ‘swap' their property for a brand new place at Bryant Homes' Foresthall Park development in Stansted Mountfitchet village in Essex. The part-exchange offer is available for qualifying customers on a range of homes at the development, including the luxury five-bedroom ‘Ashbury'.

Following current concerns within our society regarding the state of our climate and a shift in focus to eco-friendly living, prospective purchasers may wish to choose a home constructed in sympathy with the environment. Charles Church has catered for this ideal at Bellrope Gardens, a development surrounded by countryside offering high quality homes built with energy saving in mind.

First-time buyers concerned about stepping onto the housing ladder can receive free money-saving tips, mortgage deals and even free furniture by visiting George Wimpey's 24 Central development in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

Opting to part-exchange your home is a fantastic way to take the stress out of the housing chain and is an excellent choice for would-be movers -especially in the light of a survey which says people are finding it harder to sell their existing home.

Being consumer savvy in this economic storm by purchasing a brand new home instead of an older property, could save home owners time and money. With an ample range of incentives to make owning a new home more accessible, buying a brand new Redrow home has even more advantages than usual in its favour over the second hand sector in today's market.

It isn't often that purchasers get the opportunity to live in a luxury apartment set in beautiful grounds and this is why the homes at Charles Church's Chapel Lawns development in Felsted have been so popular. With one apartment now remaining, purchasers must act quickly to avoid disappointment.

Moving into their new home at Bellway’s Dovecote Barns development was almost like going on holiday for Laura Palmer and Jason Powell. All they needed was their suitcases! Laura (21) and Jason (29) snapped up their dream house - the show home complete with fixtures and fittings - at Bellway’s stylish Purfleet development, and moved in at the end of July 2008.

Barratt North London is sponsoring the Harlow Show for the third year running as its Exclusive Event Partner. The Show, which takes place on Sunday 31st August from 12 noon, is located in the Town Park, opposite the housebuilder's striking Fifth Avenue development, just off Fifth Avenue itself.

First-time buyers can step straight onto the property ladder at Integra, George Wimpey's popular development in Wickford. Customers reserving a one or two-bedroom apartment can benefit from a fantastic initiative to reduce their mortgage from day one.

Professional dancer Fiona Robertson, 21, is enjoying a successful career, starring in the smash hit We Will Rock You in the West End. Appreciating that show business can be a precarious career she, with the help of her parents, is investing in property to secure her future and has recently bought two, one-bedroom ‘iPad' apartments at Colne View, an attractive riverside development by Barratt Eastern Counties in Colchester where prices start at just £104,995.

With rising fuels costs and growing congestion, more people are ditching their cars in favour of greener and cheaper public transport - which makes Redrow's new development in Colchester just the ticket. According to a recent YouGov poll*, train use has increased dramatically since petrol prices rocketed this year and people are becoming more aware of their carbon footprint. So it's no wonder then that The Myle venture, which is just a hop, skip and a short bus ride away from Colchester train station, is proving popular.

When Marnie Readman bought a one-bedroom apartment at Great West Quarter, a Barratt West London development in Brentford, she was purchasing not only a brand new home, in the sympathetically restored Wallis House, but a brand new lifestyle as well.

Following much anticipation, leading homebuilder, Persimmon Homes Essex has announced the launch of its development and the opening of the marketing suite at Weald Park, Weald Road, in Brentwood.

With stylish furnishings and inspirational interior design, the brand new show apartment at Cook's Shipyard will be a ‘must-see' for home-seekers when it opens in Wivenhoe this Bank Holiday weekend.

Farm HouseIf the pause button has been pressed for some sectors of the housing market, rental demand is on fast forward, according to David Lancaster at Savills in Chelmsford.

House prices would have to fall by up to 63% before first time buyers, on average earnings, could afford to buy*. However, there are still some who are bucking the trend. Samantha Pike and Dale Denton decided that now was the best time for them to get on the property ladder and, with some stringent saving, they bought a stunning, brand new apartment at Higgins Homes’ development, The Imperial Apartments, in Colchester.

George Wimpey East London is offering special deals to help first-time buyers step onto the housing ladder this summer at its brand new Pulse development in Romford. Customers reserving a one, two or three-bedroom apartment can choose from a fantastic range of initiatives customised to suit their individual needs.

Customers looking to purchase a brand new apartment in Brentwood will have to hurry to get their hands on a home at George Wimpey's popular Connections development.

The government has recently recognised the importance of play for children by funding a national play strategy to the tune of £235 million over three years*. Play is essential to help children develop their social, physical, intellectual, creative and emotional skills and it is vitally important that children can play freely outdoors, therefore having well equipped play areas close to home could be a real bonus for parents and children.

Charles Church's Chapel Lawns development in Felsted offers purchasers an excellent opportunity to live in an executive apartment in a secure location. And, there is the opportunity to take advantage of Charles Church's Fair Share scheme, a shared equity initiative from the UK's premier housebuilder.