Insights
At Broadgate Homes, we believe buying a home should feel simple, informed, and supported. Our Insights are here to guide you through every step – from understanding new home schemes to exploring the latest design ideas and energy-saving innovations. Whether you’re taking your first step on the ladder or finding the right place to grow, you’ll find helpful advice, practical tips, and honest perspectives – all shaped by our experience of building homes with heart, built to last.
First-Time Buyer and New Build Homes: What You Actually Need to Know in 2026
First-time buyers in 2026 can benefit from stamp duty relief on properties up to £300,000, a chain-free purchase process, and lower running costs in a new build compared to an older home. At The Furlongs at Holland Park in Spalding, solar panels, battery storage and EV charging are included as
New Build Homes and the Cost of Living: Why Standard Specification Matters More Than Ever
When comparing new build homes on cost of living, it’s worth checking exactly what’s included as standard versus what’s offered as a paid upgrade — solar panels, battery storage and EV charging points are frequently sold separately, even when a home is marketed as “energy efficient.” At The Furlongs at
Why Trust Matters More Than Ever When Buying a New Build — and What 50 Years in Lincolnshire Has Taught Us
Build quality on new build homes can vary significantly even within the same national housebuilder, depending on the specific development and site team. Choosing a builder with a long, consistent track record in one region — rather than one with sites spread thinly across the country — is one of
What Is an Air Source Heat Pump? How Gleneagles Drive Homes Stay Warm Without Gas
An air source heat pump (ASHP) extracts heat from the outside air and uses it to warm your home and hot water, instead of burning gas. It’s significantly more efficient than a traditional boiler and is becoming the standard heating choice in new build homes ahead of the UK’s move
Part Exchange Explained: A Simpler Way to Move Without the Chain
Part exchange is a scheme where a housebuilder agrees to buy your existing home directly, removing it from the open market entirely. This means no chain, no estate agent fees on your current sale, and a clear, agreed timeline for your move. At The Furlongs at Holland Park, part exchange
Do New Build Homes Come With Battery Storage? Why The Furlongs Includes It As Standard
Most UK new build homes with solar panels do not include battery storage as standard — it’s typically sold separately, often costing several thousand pounds to add after you move in. At The Furlongs at Holland Park in Spalding, solar panels, battery storage and an EV charging point are all