Barratt and David Wilson To Provide Expertise at The Midlands New Home Show

Ahead of Barratt and David Wilson Homes exhibiting at The Midlands New Home Show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham on Saturday 4 March, the WhatHouse Award-winning leading developers have given potential visitors a taste of what to expect on the day.

The housing market has witnessed a transition of sorts over the past six months, going from a property boom post-pandemic, and then returning to a more steady and familiar market.

As part of the Show, representatives from the UK’s largest housebuilders will be on hand to talk visitors through the changes in the market, whilst providing welcome assurance that an affordable move in the current climate is still very much attainable.

Despite the media creating a sense of negativity and uncertainty in the housing market following the Autumn Budget, the market can actually be portrayed in a much more positive light.

Show home at The Elms

Mortgage rates are continually falling and, with lenders offering much more competitive rates, it’s developed a much brighter picture for prospective homebuyers. What’s more, the average two-year fixed deal dropped from a high of 6.65% in October to 5.63%, which was initially down from 5.79% since the beginning of January.

Barratt and David Wilson Homes’ New Homes mortgage advisers can offer more competitive rates compared to online comparison websites, so the housebuilder is encouraging would-be purchasers to book an appointment to secure free, no obligation mortgage advice.

Due to a diverse collection of properties and moving schemes available, the developers have a variety of homes to suit most budgets. With a range of offers and schemes, Barratt and David Wilson Homes have something for almost every buyer in almost every position.

The Fallows

An ‘Offers Designed for You’ initiative has recently been launched, which enables homebuyers to secure a £1,000 contribution for every £20,000 spent on selected properties. On top of this, there’s the Key Worker and Armed Forces Deposit Contribution schemes, as well as Part Exchange and Movemaker, both of which are designed to make a move both more affordable, and more comfortable in the process. There’s also Deposit Unlock, which is a government-backed scheme to help first-time buyers or current homeowners secure a mortgage with just a 5% deposit.

As property seekers get to grips with the cost-of-living crisis, and the current state of the housing market, Barratt and David Wilson Homes have highlighted the top three reasons to buy a new build property.

Heron’s Reach at Dunstall Park

Firstly, there are reduced energy bills. Buying new is around 58% cheaper to run compared to a second-hand property and, as noted by the Home Builders Federation, purchasers could save over £2,500 a year on their energy bills.

Secondly, there are no costly renovations needed, as everything is brand new! The leading developers also offer a 10-year NHBC structural warranty and a two-year fixtures and fittings guarantee, which provides much needed assurance and enables homebuyers to buy with confidence.

Lastly, making a reservation early in the process means buyers can choose their luxury extras and personalise their home to really make it their own. Barratt Homes’ Choices and David Wilson Homes’ Expressions ranges ensure a house easily becomes a home.

Barratt and David Wilson Homes is the UK’s leading housebuilder, which has achieved a five-star status every year since 2010, after more than 90% of its customers said they would recommend the company.

Both developers have a strong presence across the West Midlands including Dunstall Park and Heron’s Reach in Tamworth, Anson Gardens and Fradley Manor in Fradley, Tenchlee Place and The Elms in Birmingham, and The Fallows and Deer’s Rise in Cannock.

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