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A new show home inspired by Cornwall’s countryside and creative character has opened at our Trevow Heights development of new homes in Truro.

Buying your first home may well turn out to be one of the most exciting endeavours in your life. However, amongst the enthusiasm, there may also be some expenses associated with it that you would easily choose to forget. One such expense is stamp duty. But here’s one good thing to cheer about: for first-time buyers, the rules are different. There’s a relief built into the system that, if you use it wisely, could be the difference between settling for a starter home you’ll outgrow in a few years and buying the home you actually want to stay in.

From government initiatives to developer incentives, there are now plenty of routes across the UK available to make the home buying process smoother. Whether you are a first-time buyer looking to get onto the property ladder, or are simply weighing up a move, we’ll make sure you have a good understanding of how these schemes work. After all, this is the key to making confident and informed decisions.

You’re eager to get your foot on the property ladder, but that troublesome deposit still feels like a hurdle you just can’t overcome. If this sounds familiar, we’d recommend taking a look at a shared ownership property. With a smaller deposit and lower monthly costs, it may just be the golden ticket you need to purchase the house of your dreams. Let’s take a closer look!

When most people picture their ideal home, they’re thinking ground floor, first floor, done. A three-storey house isn’t always an obvious choice, but here’s the thing: spend any time in a well-designed three-storey home and those assumptions fall apart pretty quickly. From your first years as a couple to growing a family, there’s something special about a home designed across three levels – with a host of benefits to experience. Here are some of the benefits that make three-storey living worthwhile.

It’s that time of the year again – the sun’s blazing, temperatures are soaring, and your house feels more like a sauna than a sanctuary. Sound familiar? Whether you’re dealing with your first proper heatwave in your new build, or you’ve been through a few sweaty summers, knowing how to keep your home cool during summer isn’t always easy.

Wain Homes has been named Home Builder of the Year at the Sunday Express Construction and Property Awards 2026.

What will the housing market do in 2026? Let’s cut through the noise and look at what the experts are actually saying about the future of the UK housing market – and more importantly, what it all means for you.

Many people move home to be nearer to their jobs and in the case of Roger Jones, buying a new home at our Molbrook development has resulted in work literally being on the doorstep.