The housing market might be in decline but first-time buyers are once again starting to make their mark. Figures published this week from the Bank of England show that the number of mortgages approved for house purchase increased to 31,162 in May. That’s 7% up on the previous month and 16% higher than in May last year.
One good place for virgin home-hunters to start is the new-build market. While the sector has been the subject of negative press in recent months, prices and interest have both dropped like a stone leaving a wealth of brand new maintenance-free affordable homes out there for the taking. Here are some of the best.
