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Purchase of New Build Properties

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Buying a new build? We’ll help you get it right from the start

Whether you're stepping onto the property ladder or adding to your investment portfolio, buying a new build home is an exciting opportunity - but it comes with its own set of challenges.

 

At Porter Dodson, we specialise in helping buyers navigate the unique legal process of purchasing a new build property. We’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, on time, and with minimal stress.

Why new builds are different

Buying from a developer isn’t like buying a traditional home. You’ll often be working to tight deadlines - most developers require you to exchange contracts within 28 days of reserving the property.

 

New build contracts can also be more complex, with specific clauses around:

  • Completion on notice
  • Planning permissions and warranties
  • Developer obligations
  • Estate management and service charges

We’re highly experienced in this area and will explain everything in plain English, so you feel confident and in control.

 


 

How we help

  • Fast, Efficient Service
    We understand the urgency of new build transactions and work quickly to meet developer deadlines.
  • Clear Communication
    You’ll have direct contact with your dedicated legal advisor and support team, by phone and email, so you’re never left in the dark.
  • Mortgage Support
    We’ll liaise with your lender to ensure all mortgage conditions are met and funds are released on time.
  • End-to-End Guidance
    From reservation to completion, we’ll guide you through every step of the process.

Peace of mind from start to finish

We know how important it is to feel supported throughout your purchase. That’s why we combine legal expertise with a warm, personal approach - keeping you informed, reassured, and ready to move into your new home.

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Reena and Beckie communicated promptly and effectively with both the progress and problems during the house sale, enabling the process to keep moving. The sale proceeded in a timely and organised manner. A highly professional team. Thank you both.

Mercer

Porter Dodson Solicitors have been a great help to us for the past 12 years. We have recently been very lucky to have Reena Raval from the Sherborne branch helping us with a property. Reena kept us updated at every step, explained everything very clearly with great communication and made the whole process feel completely manageable for us to understand. Reena dealt with our paperwork very swiftly and kept us updated with clear costings. Highly recommended!

Residential Client

Solicitor Reena Raval handled a house sale for us with exemplary efficiency and care, keeping us informed at every stage, and answering our questions clearly and with good humour. Our thanks to her, to her paralegal Beckie Old and to all the team. We strongly recommend Porter Dodson for conveyancing and other legal services.

David

When we had to sell my late mums home, Jenny and Emma walked me through buying and selling. Couldn't have asked for better help, would highly recommend the firm to anyone.

Stephen

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