When looking to buy a property, even if it’s not the first time, the excitement of discovering potential new homes is part of the experience. Many people may already have the ideal home planned out in their head, but for others, part of the thrill is seeing what you can find and being open to what’s available. The first such decision is whether you want a new build or an older, established property. To help, here are a few reasons for opting to choose a shiny new build property.

Brand new furnishings

Without a doubt, the biggest benefit of purchasing a new build is the fact it is new. With no previous owners and no general wear and tear, a new property has that untouched quality that is hard to replicate with older buildings. This means the aesthetic is clean and crisp, with added benefits including a brand new boiler, unused radiators, a heated towel rack, polished door handles and much more. The kitchen will be immaculate with an oven you won’t need to deep clean before using. If you’re the type of person that likes that brand new, just opened aroma of something fresh, a new build is full of these qualities.

Smart home ready

As well as all the brand new furnishings, new builds will usually come with many of the latest desirable items with, depending on your budget, many smart home ready. From app-enabled central heating, touch screen thermostats, built-in USB charging ports, modern security system and much more, a new build can come fitted with many of the latest must-have gadgets. Of course, this can mean pushing your budget further, but if smart home technology is something you would be looking to implement in an older home, why not choose a property that has them brand new and ready to go instead.

Warranty to cover any issues

Like any new products you purchase, from a mobile phone to a TV, new builds will come with a limited warranty period. This means rather than relying on house insurance to cover any issues, during the warranty you can resolve any teething issues that arise. Any leaking taps, faulty lights, or boiler-related issues will be covered as long as they are not a result of accidental damage. Whilst it is rare you will experience any major issues, having that warranty on a new build does present peace of mind for you and your family.

A blank canvas

Whereas with older properties you’ll need to adjust to the previous owners’ taste in home décor (or spend time redecorating straight away), a new build provides a blank canvas to work from. A new build needs to attract buyers, so you’ll find many are decorated in neutral colours. This makes it much easier to redecorate if you want to and avoids having to remove wallpaper, carpets and fixtures that have seen better days. Whilst older properties may be cheaper to purchase, the time and money saved from having to redecorate and fill it with your personality is sometimes worth paying more for a new build.

New builds and older properties both have plenty going for them and you’ll choose the type that fits in best with your ideals. If you like modern, brand new aesthetics and have the budget, a new build is always a considered choice for first-time buyers or seasoned mortgages holders.

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