From the moment you reserve your brand new Persimmon home, we do our utmost to make the whole experience enjoyable and informative every step of the way, not just while you're buying, but after you've moved in too.

Take a look at the answers to a selection of frequently asked questions for a wealth of helpful advice for new homebuyers.

You may also find our online buying guide a helpful step-by-step guide to buying a Persimmon new home.

If you cannot find the answer you are looking for, please feel free to get in touch – we will be happy to help you with any query you may have.

Want to get your foot on the property ladder? Take a look at our helpful information for first-time buyers.

• Can I afford a new home?

  Before you set your heart on a new property, you should consider how much you can afford. Then you need to work out how much money you have and how much you need to borrow. There is also a number of promotional offers that apply from time to time on our developments.

  When you visit one of our developments you will see the offers that are advertised. Call in and have a chat with one of our Sales Advisers. They will explain all the options available to you. In addition to the cost of your new home you will need to consider Stamp Duty, Land Registry fees, Local Authority search, mortgage lender fees and solicitors costs. If you are moving from an existing home you will need to consider estate agent, solicitor and removal costs.

  You should also take into account the running cost of your new home including gas, electricity, council tax, water rates, ground rents [if the property is leasehold], service charges [for a leasehold flat] and insurance costs for the building and its contents.

• How can Persimmon help first-time buyers?

  Getting onto the first rung of the ladder can be the hardest part of the house-buying process. It can seem like a world of confusing jargon and hidden costs and can make the purchase of your first home more like a nightmare. Let us turn it into a dream for you.

• I want to buy a new house but I don't have a deposit. What can I do?

  High rental prices can make it hard to save for a deposit. We're aware of this and we will make every effort to advise you on the best course of action. We are often able to provide some help, particularly if you use a Persimmon-nominated mortgage provider and solicitor. In addition, we have schemes designed specifically to help get you on the property ladder and there are many government-led initiatives which will be able to help you too.

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