It’s not everyone’s favourite month, January. Usually marked by the post-Christmas lull, frosty temperatures and the prospect of unwelcome credit card bills (let’s face it, Blue Monday’s a dark day on all calendars), I can see why some people possess negative feelings towards the first month of the year. But, the way I look at it, things don’t have to be so bad!
2011 was challenging for many, but on the back of some of the successes we had at Miller Homes (see the last blog post) it’s hard not to feel positive about what can be achieved in 2012 if you stay optimistic. The housing market demonstrated some resilience last year as house prices grew by 1%. With predictions of a more stable year ahead coming from many of our industry peers and growth levels of around 2% predicted by Rightmove, it’s clear to see that we’re on the right path to securing prosperity and stability in the housing industry.
It’s also worth noting that with the current Government stamp duty relaxation due to finish on March the 24th, the first quarter of this year will be a great time to buy if you’re a First-time buyer. Currently, the concession allows First-time buyers to save up to 3% on the purchase of a property of up to £250,000 – my advice would be to buy now! And even if you miss the savings that come with the stamp duty holiday there is still a raft of purchase incentives available to help any potential customer find their dream home.
So, if your new year’s resolution for 2012 is to buy a new home, make sure you visit http://www.millerhomes.co.uk or a take trip to one of your nearest Miller Homes developments.
By Victoria Finch, National Marketing Manager
