Finding a suitable new-build home in the Bollenstreek requires a clear overview and the right information. A clear approach is particularly helpful when you’re faced with property lotteries and registration procedures. Discover how you can successfully explore the new-build market in Hillegom with practical advice and smart steps.
Choosing a brand-new home comes with many benefits. You’ll benefit from excellent insulation, low energy bills and a gas-free finish that fully complies with the 2026 requirements. What’s more, you’ll have virtually no maintenance worries for the first few years. However, buying off-plan is a very different process from purchasing an existing house. Interpreting floor plans, assessing options for additional work and reviewing contracts all require careful attention.
As active NVM estate agents, we help you take a realistic look at the structural and financial aspects. We know the area inside out and are up to date with developments in the region. With a rating of 9.6 on Funda and our selection as MAVA Top Estate Agent 2025, we offer the peace of mind you need throughout the buying process. Want to find out more about our buying process? Take a look at the buying a property via Overspaern for guaranteed support on a ‘no cure, no pay’ basis.
Specific financial rules apply when purchasing a new-build property. You buy the property ‘free of charge’, which means you do not pay any stamp duty or notary fees for the deed of transfer. However, you will need to set up a building deposit account and may face double monthly payments during the construction period. It is advisable to have your borrowing capacity thoroughly assessed in advance by an independent adviser, as energy-efficient homes will often offer additional mortgage capacity by 2026.
Our team of estate agents will help you scrutinise the building and construction contract. We check the guarantees provided by the guarantee fund and ensure that the completion deadlines are clearly defined. Transparency is always our top priority, so that you know exactly where you stand. Would you like to discuss your situation or are you thinking of selling your current home? Take a look at our options for support with the sale of your home to plan a seamless transition.
As demand for modern homes remains high, property developers often use application forms and financial assessments. Being well prepared increases your chances of being allocated a home. Here are a few practical tips:
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With a ‘free of charge’ sale, as the buyer you do not pay any stamp duty or notary fees for the title deed. VAT is already included in the purchase price. However, you do have to pay the costs of the mortgage deed yourself.
Yes, thanks to the excellent insulation and sustainable features, you’ll be eligible for additional borrowing capacity with many lenders. This broadens your options in the property market.
When buying off-plan, it is not possible to carry out a pre-completion inspection, but a handover inspection at the time the keys are handed over is highly advisable to check that everything has been built as agreed.
We review the technical specifications and the building contract, advise on options for additional work, and provide you with practical, down-to-earth guidance from the tender stage right through to the final handover.
When allocating projects, developers often consider financial viability and the order in which bids are submitted. A financial statement provided in advance often puts candidates in a stronger position.
