Fall in love with a new home this Valentine’s Day — with tips from the couples who already have

Forget the roses and heart-shaped chocolates — nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like buying a home together.

That’s why David Wilson Homes South Wales is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day (14 February) — with tips and tricks from couples who have recently secured their dream homes.

Richard Lawson, Sales Director for David Wilson Homes South Wales, said: “As a couple, you might not always agree on the best way to load the dishwasher or which takeaway to order — but when it comes to making what is possibly the biggest purchase of your life, it’s important to find a property that you both love in equal measure.

“We have a range of two-, three- and four- bedroom homes available to suit a range of budgets and buyer preferences across South Wales — and a friendly sales team just waiting to play Cupid!”

Here are five things our customers really loved about their homebuying journeys…

1. The amazing offers available

From Help to Buy – Wales to deposit contribution schemes — there are a variety of deals available to help get you on the move.

Help to Buy – Wales could allow eligible first-time buyers to purchase their dream new-build home with just a 5% deposit and interest free repayments on your loan for the first five years.

Meanwhile, David Wilson Homes also offers a Key Worker Deposit Contribution Scheme —allowing key workers, including the NHS workforce, teachers and Transport for Wales employees, to secure a great deal on their dream home.

Cameron and Alice, a young couple who recently moved into their first home at David Wilson Homes’ Nant Y Castell development in Caldicot, said: “On our first visit, we immediately knew this was where we wanted to live. After years of renting in Bristol, Help to Buy – Wales gave us the boost we needed to secure our first home here in Wales.”

2. The friendly communities and convenient local amenities  

A property’s location and surrounding amenities can be just as important as the property itself — with lots of key considerations and questions to ask yourself before signing on the dotted line.

For example, transport and commuter links — could you travel to and from work within a reasonable time from your proposed location?

For families with young children or couples who are planning to start a family, local schools and nurseries will be a key consideration — how do they rank versus other schools in the area?

David Wilson Homes properties are built in the heart of thriving communities — where you’ll feel right at home almost instantly.

These are all things you can discuss with others at the development and within the wider local area — with thanks to the thriving communities that David Wilson Homes build within.

Helen Frost, one of David Wilson Home’s newest customers, said: “I just love everything about the house, but especially the position in the local area and the views!”

3. The incredible range of (environmentally friendly) homes on offer

You’ve confirmed you love the local area, and you’ve worked out your budget — now you need to think about what size of property will work for you and your budget.

It’s also important to think ahead — a two-bedroom property might be perfect for you right now, but what about in one, three or even five years’ time? Plus, if you work from home or have children who need a desk to do their homework, you might want to think about office space.

Luckily, with a range of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes — some of which with already built-in office space — there’s a home to suit all budgets and needs.

Better still, David Wilson Homes properties are 64% more energy-efficient than a Victorian equivalent, proven to save buyers £2,200 on average, per year.*

Recent buyers, Borja and James, said: “The whole team has been fantastic, helping us through the daunting first-time buyer experience. The quality of the build is absolutely astonishing and we love the attention to the tiniest details!”

4. Seeing their home for the first-time  

Video and interactive 360-degree tours are a great way to decide whether to view a property in person — but there’s nothing quite like the real thing.

Not only do in-person viewings allow you to get a feel for the property and its surroundings, it’s also the perfect opportunity to have all your questions answered by a trusted sales adviser. Plus, a viewing can be just as important for ruling out what you don’t want in a property as highlighting what you do want in a dream home.

One buyer who recently secured their dream home, said: “Thank you David Wilson Homes for making such a lovely home and looking after me throughout the journey. My new home is just gorgeous, and I love it!”

5. The speed of the process

On average, it can take anything from six weeks to eight months (or more!) to find a dream home — so don’t be disheartened if you don’t find ‘the one’ straight away. Purchasing a home is a long-term investment, so it’s important to get things right and not to rush into things.

However, when buying a new-build home, there is no chain and things can move along a lot more quickly — plus the property is ready to move into just as soon as you are!

Paul Rudd, who recently moved into his dream David Wilson Home home in Caldicot, said: “We received faultless service from everyone at Nant Y Castell. We love our new house — the team had everything turned around in six weeks and we couldn’t be happier!”

Think you and your partner might be ready to fall in love with a new home? To find out more about new homes in South Wales, please visit: https://www.dwh.co.uk/new-homes/wales/south-wales/ 

*Energy Efficient Homes I David Wilson Homes