The new home buying process typically involves the following stages: assessing your finances and affordability, finding your home and choosing a solicitor, reserving your home, arranging your mortgage, completing all legal checks and surveys, exchanging contracts, final inspections, through to completion day.

The deposit you need for a house can vary depending on the mortgage lender and your individual circumstances, but generally, a deposit of at least 5-10% of the property's value is required. Gleeson recommends seeking independent financial advice to help provide more accurate information relating to your circumstances.

The majority of buyers use a mortgage to purchase their home. There are two options for getting a mortgage: going straight to the lender or using a broker to help find the right deal. At Gleeson, we work with new build mortgage specialists who can help guide you through the whole process. Please speak to a Gleeson Sales Executive for more information.

The legal process of buying a home, called conveyancing, involves transferring property ownership from seller to buyer after an offer is accepted. It is managed by solicitors/conveyancers who handle contracts, property searches, mortgage checks, and enquiries. Leading to the legally binding exchange of contracts and a set completion date for final funds and key handover, finishing with Land Registry registration.