Get a move on with new homes in Costessey

Taylor Wimpey's Get a Move On campaign at its The Hampdens development of houses for sale in Costessey offers a range of incentives for home-hunters looking for property to buy Norfolk.

Taylor Wimpey East Anglia is celebrating the start of the summer with a brand new campaign aimed at getting would-be movers in search of new property for sale in Norfolk on the move.

Get a Move On offers a range of schemes that provide financial and practical help for buyers on every rung of the property ladder* at The Hampdens, the leading housebuilder's popular development of houses for sale in Costessey.

For example, Taylor Wimpey is offering a massive helping hand to first-time buyers through its amazing Gifted Deposit scheme, which sees purchasers receive a free 5% deposit with selected properties in Costessey at The Hampdens.

This fantastic special offer is available now with the delightful two-bedroom 'Newborough' terraced property in Costessey at Plot 24, priced at just £138,995, and the spacious three-bedroom 'Weston' at Plot 23, priced at only £159,995, meaning the free 5% deposit gift is worth between £6,950 and £8,000.

Gifted Deposit is one of a number of special incentives available at Taylor Wimpey developments of apartments and houses for sale in Norfolk and across East Anglia for first-time buyers and those with a property to sell - and the leading housebuilder has also come up with some top tips to ensure moving house is as straightforward as possible.

Stacy Dornan, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey, says: "We aim to help buyers every step of the way and the range of schemes we have available offer financial help that can make owning a dream home a reality.

"Moving house, whether it's for the first time or the fourth time, is a major event in anyone's life but it needn't be stressful, and we've put together the following tips to make sure the big move is as enjoyable as possible."

Make a plan. Good preparation is the key to success. Make a list of everything that needs to be done well in advance, including organising removals, informing the utility companies that you are moving, having mail redirected and compiling a list of all the organisations that will need to know about your change of address.

Declutter your home. So many people waste their time and energy packing and unpacking things that they never use. Moving house is the ideal time for a big spring clean, so be ruthless - go through everything as you pack and if you haven't used in it during the last year then throw it out, sell it or donate it to charity.

Get rid of the kids. And pets (just for the day, of course!). Getting your children and animals out from under your feet will help keep moving day as productive and as stress-free as possible, so arrange for a baby-sitter or a pet-sitter to do the honours.

Label everything clearly. Ensure that all boxes and items of furniture are clearly labelled so that everything is put in the right room in your new house. Colour-coding is an effective and easy way of doing this. If possible, have a floor plan of your new home available to help the removals team.

Keep the linen handy. Strip the linen from the beds early in the day and keep it somewhere that's easy to get to in preparation for your first night in the new house. It's also a good idea to pack the kettle, tea bags, toiletries, and anything else you might need to get your hands on quickly, in a separate box.

Make it your own. If you're moving into a second-hand property, think about getting the property professionally cleaned before you move in. Also ensure that everything that was agreed within the sale has been left by the previous owners. You might also want to consider changing the locks as you never know who might have been given a key in the past.

Eat! On moving day, eat healthy food regularly. Start with breakfast and take time out for lunch. Also avoid drinking too much coffee. In the long run, too much caffeine may cause tension, anxiety and cloud your thinking - so drink plenty of water or fruit juice instead. Try to get plenty of sleep in the run up to the big move, too.

Have some fun. Reward yourself at the end of moving day by doing something you enjoy. Go out for a drink or meal, watch a movie or have a long relaxing bath. Don't stay up all night unpacking. Treat yourself, and you'll be ready to start again fresh-faced the following day!

The Hampdens enjoys an excellent location on the outskirts of the village of Costessey, which combines the best of traditional and modern design to create a highly desirable place to call home.

Boasting local amenities that include schools, clubs and community events, Costessey lies just six miles from the bustling city of Norwich, putting top-quality shopping, sports and cultural facilities all within easy reach.

With the Norfolk Broads and miles of unspoilt coastline also close by, The Hampdens is also ideally located for exploring and enjoying one of Britain's most attractive counties.

For commuters, the new homes are handy for the A47 and Norwich railway station offers frequent, direct services to London Liverpool Street.

To find out about Getting a Move On at The Hampdens, property-seekers can visit the Sales Information Centre, located off Dereham Road, Costessey, and open Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm and Mondays from 1pm to 5pm.

See Also: Property News (6701), Taylor Wimpey (1852), The Hampdens (7), Costessey (19)