THE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO SELF-BUILDING

This beginner’s guide takes you through the key elements of formulating and starting a self-build project — from organising the finances to making sure you have the right insurance for the work

According to a Building Societies Association survey, one million people would like to build their own home in the next 12 months. Yet there were just shy of 13,000 self-builds completed in the financial year 2016/2017. A shortage of plots and the subsequent rise in price of those that are available explains part of this disconnect, but it is clear that there are people willing and able to self-build, but struggling to take the first step. The process of self-building is challenging, but like any major life step, it can be made easier by arming yourself with as much information as possible. Finance Your Build Getting your finances in order is the first and most important consideration when it comes to preparing for a self-build. There are no two ways…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2018

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