WHY IT’S TIME TO BUY A NEW BUILD HOME

With the new year comes the opportunity for new beginnings – and what better way to start afresh than getting a foot on to the property ladder? Whether you’re looking to relocate to another part of the country or wanting the freedom to replace outdated wallpaper with a fresh lick of paint, buying a home allows you to take control and have a fresh start in 2023

When it comes to buying your first home, the process can be daunting, often exacerbating the challenges of stepping on to the property ladder. In the current environmental and economic climate, first time buyers are increasingly looking at new build developments to find their perfect home

For those looking to get on to the property ladder in one of the capital’s most popular addresses, Greenwich Millennium Village, Countryside’s joint venture scheme with Taylor Wimpey in association with the Major of London, is the perfect choice –with homes carefully designed to be more energy efficient and a specially trained team on hand to help guide you through each stage.

Greener By Design

Designed to be greener and more energy efficient, all Greenwich Millennium Village homes are sold with energy performance features as standard. With careful steps taken during the design and build process, new homes are 56% more energy efficient than Victorian homes, meaning buyers can expect to pay less for heating bills while also reducing their impact on the environment.

Adding to the appeal for first time buyers, homes have double glazing to ensure plenty of light while minimising heat loss, A-rated boilers, low energy LED lighting, smart thermostats and appliances with high efficiency ratings, meaning that buying at Greenwich Millennium Village could save buyers £1,200 on household bills every year.

After renting in Limehouse Canal, east London for three years, Ted and Ellie decided it was time to buy a home of their own. Set on buying a new build home, the couple secured a one bedroom apartment at The Observatory at Greenwich Millennium Village.

Ted adds, “We are both environmentally cautious, so it’s a great comfort to have the energyefficient benefits of a new build home included as standard; we are sure it will also positively impact our bills, especially in the current climate.”

No Seller Chain

To make the process even smoother, new build homes at Greenwich Millennium Village have no onward chain, which means buyers are not waiting for the previous homeowner to leave before moving in. In this way, when buying, first time buyers can avoid frustrating delays and are able to remove the element of uncertainty when it comes to worrying about the seller’s end of the deal falling through.

Nhbc Warranty And Insurance Policy

Offering buyers invaluable reassurance, homes at Greenwich Millennium Village are covered by the NHBC Buildmark warranty and insurance policy. This warranty covers against structural defects, ensuring buyers are protected against any possible damage caused by a build failure for 10 years.

Here To Help

Residents at Greenwich Millennium Village also benefit from an internal team, specially trained to help with any issues you may have with your new home. Enabling peace of mind, the sales progression team keeps in regular contact throughout each stage of the buying process.

For those who have moved into their new home, the friendly and responsive Customer Service teams will continue to be available to residents for the first two years, as part of their unrivalled after care.

Impressed by the customer care team, Ellie adds, “When we moved in, we received a welcome gift set which was a lovely personal touch for us to celebrate moving into our first home. There was also an event which was organised for all new buyers, so we were able to meet our neighbours and instantly become part of the community here.”

Prices at The Galleria start from £449,995. For those who are looking to move in sooner, there are a handful of homes remaining at The Observatory starting from £499,995.

For further information, please visit greenwichmillenniumvillage.com or call 020 3993 0167