It's the way to go for buyers who don't have the expertise or want the hassle of renovating and modernising an older property - or the expense of it

Most new homes come with a fitted kitchen and bathroom suite as standard and some developers give the added option for buyers to choose their own fixtures and fittings 

A new home provides a blank canvas for the buyer's own style and tastes and avoids having to live with a previous owner's decorating tastes and DIY disasters

The good news for the consumer is building regulations are increasingly stringent. It means that new developments are built to high safety standards and use quality materials

The regulations also ensure that latest energy management devices are installed in new properties. This will save money on fuel bills and is often more environmentally friendly

Building regulations ensure that fire resistant materials are used in construction and all new builds have standard fittings for circuit breakers and fire/smoke alarms

Security features such as modern locks and alarms can mean lower house and contents insurance premiums in new builds

All new homes come with a 10-year warranty (NHBC)

You can move in as soon as its finished! No selling chains to consider, which reduces the "moving in" stress levels

Some homebuyers think an older house comes with "character", however you can make a new property your own ... and there is nothing better than knowing everything is brand new - from the cooker and fridge to the carpets and the roof!