RESERVE A PROPERTY WITH US
Found your perfect Saul Home?
We aim to make the reservation process as straightforward, transparent, and stress-free as possible, helping buyers move forward with confidence from initial enquiry through to completion.Before a reservation can be confirmed, customers will be asked to complete a simple affordability and proceedability approval process. This helps ensure purchases progress smoothly for all parties involved and allows our team to provide the best possible guidance throughout your buying journey.
Who Can Reserve?
Reservations are typically accepted from customers who are in a position to proceed with their purchase, including:
- First-time buyers with an agreement in principle
- Cash buyers with proof of funds
- Buyers whose existing property is sold subject to contract
If your property is not yet sold, our sales team may still be able to discuss your position with you and keep you updated on plot availability as your sale progresses.
Financial Approval
Saul Homes works alongside Mortgage Advice Bureau to complete the approval process for customers wishing to reserve a property with us.
This process helps buyers better understand their budget and ensures purchases can progress efficiently from reservation through to exchange and completion. You are under no obligation to use Mortgage Advice Bureau for your mortgage application and are welcome to continue with your own broker or lender if preferred.
Step 1 – Choose Your Plot
Once you have selected your preferred Saul Homes property, our sales team will discuss:
- Plot availability
- Purchase price
- Anticipated build timescales
- Available options and upgrades
- The next steps involved in the reservation process
Step 2 – Approval Process
You will then be asked to complete a simple financial and proceedability approval process.
Depending on your circumstances, this may include:
- Agreement in principle
- Proof of deposit or available funds
- Solicitor details
- Confirmation of your related sale (if applicable)
Step 3 – Secure Your Reservation
Once approved, a reservation fee of £500.00 will be payable to secure your chosen property.
The reservation fee is deducted from the final purchase price upon completion.
In most circumstances, the reservation fee remains fully refundable up until exchange of contracts. Full details of the reservation agreement and any applicable terms will be provided at the point of reservation.
Your reservation agreement will confirm:
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- Reservation period
- Purchase price
- Any agreed incentives
- Key timescales and next steps
Step 4 – Progressing Your Purchase
Following reservation, our team will guide you through the next stages of the buying process, including:
- Appointing your solicitor
- Progressing mortgage arrangements in line with the build stage and advised timescales
- Working towards exchange of contracts within the agreed reservation period
For customers purchasing off-plan, our sales team will advise you on the most appropriate time to formally proceed with your mortgage application, helping to ensure mortgage offers remain valid alongside the construction programme.
Buyers purchasing off-plan should also be aware that mortgage offers are typically time limited and may occasionally require extension or re-application depending on build completion dates.
Choosing Your Finishes & Optional Extras
Depending on the stage of construction, buyers may be invited to attend an options appointment to personalise aspects of their new home.
This may include selections such as:
- Kitchen choices
- Tiling
- Flooring
- Electrical upgrades
- Additional fixtures and finishes
Optional extras and choices are subject to build stage, construction progress, and supplier availability.
To confirm optional extras, an initial payment is normally required at the time of ordering.
As a guide:
- Approximately 25% deposit is typically payable on selected extras
- Certain bespoke items, electrical alterations, or special-order upgrades may require full payment in advance depending on the nature of the works
Please note that payments made towards optional extras and bespoke upgrades are non-refundable once ordered and confirmed.
Our sales team will clearly explain all applicable costs, payment requirements, and ordering deadlines during the options process.
Additional Information
Saul Homes reserves the right to amend specifications, layouts, finishes, materials, and development details where necessary as part of the ongoing construction and development process.
Our aim throughout is to provide a professional, transparent, and enjoyable buying experience while helping every customer move into their new Saul Home as smoothly as possible.
