"Despite the well documented financial challenges we’ve all been experiencing, first-time buyers have remained surprisingly resilient in the new homes market."

"The process of finding and buying a house or apartment is laden with excitement and emotion, from the first viewing of your dream first home, to having an offer accepted and moving in."

"A shifting economic landscape has made it increasingly difficult for potential buyers to decide if and when to take the plunge. "

"Access to this type of equity still makes it easier to get on the housing ladder."

"The economic turmoil caused by the mini-budget in September led many to brace themselves for house price and activity falls."

"New build properties are a great option for first-time buyers."