First Time Buyer February/March 2024

CONTENTS

FEBRUARY/MARCH 2024 / ISSUE 105 / FIRSTTIMEBUYERMAG.CO.UK

What’s in…

87 For sale – the best FTB properties

86 Pastry chef Paulo was renting a room in Camberwell when he decided it was time to take his first steps on to the property ladder. Now, he has a two bedroom apartment to call home after purchasing a 25% share of an L&Q apartment at Barking Riverside

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16 Developer’s doctor Suzanne Aplin, Group Sales & Marketing Director at Weston Homes, answers your property question this month. 18 The View: Elliott Wright Elliott Wright is an entrepreneur and successful businessman with years of experience in the hospitality industry. He also has a television career and was on TOWIE for ITV. He talks to Lynda Clark about his interesting life, his latest venture and gives some practical advice for first time buyers.

22 Boost your budget with developer incentives With the cost-of-living price rises and spiralling rents Debbie Clark looks at what incentives there are to help make the dream of buying your first home a reality. 28 Rent, Save, Buy In this special supplement we explain how you can rent, save and eventually buy.

12 At home with: Theo Michaels Theo Michaels is a chef, presenter and award-winning author. He talks to Lynda Clark about his fascinating career, his passion for cooking and has some excellent advice for first time buyers. 14 House Hunter We go on the hunt with Carrie Wilkinson and Jivah Mohantey who are looking for a two bedroom home either in east London or nearby Essex.

8 FTB Loves... A round up of our favourite hot buys for your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. 10 Living Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Colour of the Year and we bring you a selection of dupes in this warm and gentle colour to give your home a beautiful designer touch but at half the usual price.

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