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Your Complete Guide to Building a House

Considering a self build project? From finding the perfect plot of land to setting a realistic budget, follow these steps to ensure your dream home building journey is a success from start to finish.

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Self building will guarantee you a bespoke property that ticks all your boxes – both in terms of the design and lifestyle it offers. The process is extremely rewarding, and once the final project is complete, you’ll have a new, tailor-made property to enjoy for years to come – what’s not to be excited about?

So, where should you start when planning your own homebuilding project? This complete guide to self building a house has you covered.

Here’s what you can find inside:

Finding the perfect plot Follow these top tips
Financing your project These are the mortgage options
How much will it cost? Here’s what to budget
Getting planning permission We explain the process

Plus plenty more!

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