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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 Raval is well known as the most knowledgeable and experienced conveyancing solicitor in the South West. That reputation, in our experience, is fully justified. Reena grasped all the issues and negotiated, on our behalf, with ‘the other side’. Reena is kind, efficient and experienced. My wife and I are very, very grateful and recommend her without hesitation.

Nicholas

Consistently high level professional competence on a routine legal matter effectively delivered by Louise Wootton.

Tony

My wife and I used Porter Dodson for conveyancing on the recommendation of our estate agent, and we are vey glad that we did. Reena and her team kept us up to date and explained in detail the process of selling our property. Reena had to deal with both the solicitor of our purchaser and also the solicitor of the management company. She did so with skill and patience when the other two solicitors at were not, at times, always up to speed. We have also employed Porter and Dodson to act as conveyancers for the purchase of our new build. I expect this transaction will go equally as smoothly. I can certainly recommend this company.

Cliff

Very good experience with our home sale and purchase, despite having difficulties with the online conveyancers at the bottom of the chain, Reena Raval and Beckie Old persisted and eventually succeeded. Well Done.

Alan

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