First-Time Buyers – Help & Advice

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but Berkeley makes the journey simple.
Our First-Time Buyer Guides walk you through everything from choosing the right home to feeling confident on moving day.

Explore our helpful articles below:

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Why Buy

Why buy a new home
Buying vs renting
What to consider when buying a new home

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What to Buy

Best places for first-time buyers
Best commuter towns
Why buy in London

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What to Buy

Success Stories

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First-Time Buyer Story – Why I Bought a First Home in Watford

High Wycombe Creates Home For First Time Buyers
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Berkeley Inspiration - Hartland Village Case Study - Ben and Ayisha

Buying a Home Was Much Easier Than I Expected

The Help to Buy scheme has enabled many first-time buyers to make dreams of homeownership a reality. This includes Ben and Ayisha, who got more than they bargained for when they accompanied Ben’s mother on her house hunt to Hartland Village in Hampshire.
 
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Moving House Tips

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How we decorated our new first home
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First-Time Buyer FAQs