New Build vs Period Property: Understanding the Pros and Cons
Buying a property comes with multiple decisions, not least whether to opt for a beautiful period home packed with original features or a modern, efficient and low-maintenance new build that is ready to move into – and can often be fitted out according to your preferences. There is no right or wrong decision, and much depends on personal taste, there are positives and negatives to either option, with considerations around aesthetics, maintenance costs, and the likelihood of being part of a potentially complex chain. As a leading property specialist working across West Sussex, Tod Anstee - chichester estate agents has put together some of our advice about the factors to bear in mind if you are comparing these two very different property types. The Process of Purchasing a New Build or Heritage Home There are several new build developments in West Sussex, with newly constructed properties in high-demand areas such as Chichester, Horsham, Angmering and West Wittering,