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The hidden costs of buying a house

A mortgage deposit is always at the forefront of homebuyers' minds. But from solicitor's fees to valuation charges, there are a number of additional costs to be prepared for before you begin your search.

Key factors to consider when choosing a home

House hunting can be a stressful process and seemingly obvious things can slip your mind when you're looking for a house for the first time. Here are a few things to remember when starting your search.

From deals to documents: a first-time buyers guide to mortgage applications

Here's a breakdown of the main lending options and all the boxes you need to tick when applying for your first mortgage.

How to organise your kitchen for maximum functionality

Line up those shelves, stock up those drawers and make the best use of available space in your brand new kitchen.

Important tasks to tackle after moving into a new house

From setting up your utilities to child-proofing, as well as getting a copy of your keys, here's what should be on your priority list when you're moving into your new home.

The ABCs of mortgages for first-time buyers

It's natural for first-time buyers to have a lot of questions when it comes to applying for a mortgage. Here are some things to bear in mind before you begin your mortgage application process.

What are the lead times in the home buying process?

Here's a quick breakdown of how long each stage in the homebuying process normally takes.

Important questions to ask when viewing a house

House viewing can be a stressful process. There are so many factors to account for, and it's not easy to arrange so many viewings. To help you narrow down your options, here is a list of important questions to bear in mind.

Getting ready to buy a house: a simple guide for first-time buyers

Ready to go from renter to homeowner? Here's a quick glimpse of the main costs involved in the process.

Simple steps to secure mortgage approval

From financial instability to poor credit history, mortgages are rejected for a number of reasons. Here are a few ways in which you can avoid common pitfalls and get yours approved.

How to make an offer on a house

Once you've secured your mortgage and found your dream home, you need to be quick in making an offer if you wish to gain an advantage over other interested parties. Here's how you do that.

New to gardening? Here are some top tips for beginners

Make the most of your landscape with this step-by-step guide designed to help you start a beautiful home garden from scratch.

What happens after the sale has been agreed?

From creating a snag list to completing all your paperwork and arranging a valuation, these are a few things to check off your list before you move into your dream house.

What mortgage interest rate works best for first-time buyers?

When you're entering the mortgage market, you're likely to be flooded with a number of new terms and it can be quite overwhelming. Luckily for you, the options available to you are easier to understand than you think.

How to organise and personalise your living room

From entertaining guests to curling up with a book on the couch after work, you'll find that your living room is a hub for socialising and relaxing. Here's how you can add your personal touch to this space after moving in.

A step-by-step guide to closing the sale on your home

While completing your paperwork may not be the most exciting part of the homebuying process, it's still one of the most important steps involved. Here are a few things to consider when you're at the contractual stage.

How a solicitor supports your home buying process

Buying a house is an important decision with many legal aspects to consider. From conveyancing to completing the purchase, a solicitor will be able to provide you with invaluable advice and assistance.

What is mortgage protection and why it is important?

We know that paperwork is the least exciting part of buying a home, but it's important to protect you and your family if the worst happens. This is why mortgage protection insurance is one of the most important documents you'll ever sign.

How to design a comfortable home office

With working from home here to stay for many, we all need more than just our daily caffeine fix to stay motivated. Here's how you can transform your space into a savvy, inspiring home office.

The Help-To-Buy Scheme: How It Works And Why It Can Benefit You

Did you know you can get up to €30,000 towards your deposit using the Help-To-Buy Scheme.

A Superb Collection of A-rated Homes in the Inviting Community of Mullingar. Register for Farranshock Park

The Trending Interior Style of 2023: Organic Modern

What is the Organic Modern interior trend?

Stylish State of the Art Homes, Located At the Heart of it all in Athlone. Register for Gracefields @ Drumaconn.

A Collection of Energy-Efficient Homes set in the Heart of Kilkenny, Register for Cluain Glasan

Nestled outside the medieval town of Kilkenny, Cluain Glasan is a new collection of 2 and 3 bedroom homes with fantastic access to everything this historic town has to offer.

Modern Homes with Great Transport Links and Local Amenities close to Dublin City, Register for Citywest Village

Located just south-west of Dublin, Citywest offers no shortage of appeal to buyers who want to want to live on the city’s doorstep.

These New Commuter-Friendly Homes in Wicklow are Sure to Improve your Work/Life Balance, Register for Ushers Glen

These new homes in Ashford, set in the garden of Ireland, are sure to suit anyone who only needs to journey to Dublin for work every so often.

Energy-Efficient Homes set in a Community Location, Register for Grey Abbey View

Fancy living under an hour from Dublin, but only a 15-minute walk from a lively town with its own culture and identity? A range of A-rated energy-efficient 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes are set to land on the market soon, conveniently located in Kildare Town.

What Financial Supports Are Out There For You?

What's Important About The Local Area?

Mistakes To Avoid As A Self-Employed First-Time Buyer

What's Most Important For Young Families Looking For a New Home?

How You Can Make Huge Savings In Energy Consumption

Could Your Home Make You Money?

What Does The Future of Housing Look Like?

A Community Christmas Event: Barnhall Meadows

The countdown to Christmas kicked off for the residents of Barnhall Meadows in Leixlip when the Glenveagh Christmas Pop-up Village arrived with food stalls, children's entertainment, local craft stalls and Christmas treats, a mini disco and even a visit by Santa himself!

'Everyone's so friendly and warm': Locals share what they love about living in Trim

‘The town is so welcoming from the moment you arrive with flowers everywhere and really friendly people.’

How We're Reducing Our Impact on the Environment

This World Earth Day, we’re looking back at the key steps we’ve taken over the past year to reduce our impact on the environment. They are as follows:

What Is the Most Energy Efficient Way to Heat Your Home?

What is a heat Pump?

Country Life That’s Close to the Action: Register Now for These Family Homes Just Outside Swords

For Dublin buyers who want to enjoy a sense of community while also being close to shops, schools and motorways, Swords is sure to be a location that’s on your radar.

Glenveagh Staff Volunteer at Alone Housing Facility

Glenveagh Homes employees spent the morning in Dublin city centre, volunteering at charity partner, ALONE’s Housing Facility as part of a Maintenance Volunteering Day. Eighteen Glenveagh staff volunteered to help with tasks such as painting, gardening, and general maintenance.

How to Save a Deposit for your New Home.

Here's how to get started on your deposit before you take on a second job, sell your belongings online, and swear off takeout lattes forever.

Top Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home

No matter what type of home you live in, both new-build and second hand, you can always find ways to be more energy-efficient. Being energy efficient not only has a positive impact on the environment but also has a positive impact on your bills! This is especially important in ti…

Village Life with Added Convenience in Kilcock

House-hunters looking for value are moving out to where Co Kildare borders Co Meath, on the 15th lock of the Royal Canal at Kilcock. Crucially, it remains within Irish Rail’s short hop zone. The town is 40 minutes from Dublin City Centre by car.

‘There’s Always Time for a Chat’: Locals on What Makes Balbriggan a Great Place to Live

"The community has embraced us from day one.”

‘How many houses should I view?’: 5 big questions from a first-time buyer, tackled by an expert

From figuring out your budget to deciding on a location, buying your first home is a hugely personal experience.

Clare and Meath stars unveiled as new Glenveagh Homes Gaelic4Girls ambassadors

CLARE’S Laurie Ryan and Meath’s TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship winner Emma Duggan are today unveiled as new ambassadors for the LGFA’s Glenveagh Homes Gaelic4Girls programme.

Green Days with Glenveagh - Biodiversity Education in Schools

We have recently teamed up with Biodiversity in Schools, Ireland’s leading provider of biodiversity education for young people to bring a ‘Green Day’ to local primary and secondary schools where we build. The Biodiversity in Schools team have an experienced team of educators to v…

Green is the New Neutral: The Interiors Trends Every 2022 Buyer Should Know

The start of a new year is an opportunity to think about new beginnings, new resolutions, new goals and… new trends.

Top Five Wellness Tips for 2022

The new year is a time for us all to take stock and think about how we can improve our health and wellbeing for the year ahead. This year, as you consider goals and resolutions, we'd like to share with you some of our favourite wellness tips. We've put together some practical adv…

Great Job Opportunities & Spacious Accommodation for First-Time Buyers in Citywest

Citywest, an area just southwest of Dublin is very much an upcoming location for a new generation of homebuyers. The area has seen quite a dramatic change in recent decades as what was once green fields began to develop with housing developments, business parks, shopping centres …

Stylish, spacious and close to all you need: Three-bed homes in Co Offaly from €250k

PROPERTY BUYERS SEEKING a high-quality contemporary home with great transport links and a wide range of amenities may find what they’re looking for at The Hawthorns.

Modern, Low-Impact Family Homes on Dublin's Doorstep Coming Soon

Citywest just south of Dublin has seen a lot of change over the last thirty or so years.

Locals Share What They Love Most about Citywest

“It's a very welcoming place to be. You start to recognise familiar faces very fast.”

The Sanderling Christmas Showhome with Muriel Simpson from H+G Design Group

Muriel Simpson from H+G design group joined us at the Sanderling Christmas Show-Home to talk us through dressing a Christmas table with that ‘WoW factor’ and the latest themes in Christmas décor. Here are some of Muriel’s top tips:

Launching soon: Brand new three and four-beds close to the north Dublin coast

Located a 10-minute walk from the coast in Balbriggan, Co Dublin, Castleland Park is a new development of modern family homes. Launching soon, the development will comprise three and four-bed detached and semi-detached properties.

How do I decorate on a small budget? Your home design questions, answered by an expert

Buying your first home is an exciting time – but it is also a time when big decisions come thick and fast.

Lighting, layout and storage: What makes a great kitchen? We spoke with 3 designers to find out

Once upon a time, kitchens were used solely for cooking and eating. Today, they are the heart of the home for the entire family.

Five easy eco-friendly Christmas decorations to make at home

Top Tips for Eco Friendly Christmas Decorations

How to design a multi-purpose living area in your new home, according to the experts

Two interior designers share their best tips and tricks.

Bigger And Better: The Advantages Of Buying A New Home Through A Large Home Builder

Want to buy a new home? You have a few choices - but not all of them are the right ones. From affordable small housing developments to building your own from scratch, there are many tempting options which may lead you down a path you could regret.

Looking to buy a new build? Here's how to spot a great development - and be first in line for updates

Two experts in the field share their advice.

Village life with added convenience: Homes at Ravens Mill are near to schools, shops and more

HOUSE-HUNTERS WILL KNOW that it can be hard to strike the right balance when choosing a location. If peace, space and proximity to nature are top of your list, then you may have to sacrifice access to amenities, and vice versa.

How to get that 'Show-Home Look'

Scatter Box used the beautiful Glenveagh showhouse in Ledwill Park Co. Kildare to share some of their show home secrets to help create that professional interior designer look in our own homes.

How to choose a home that'll suit your needs now and in the future - from garden size to layout

We spoke to an estate agent and an architect to get their advice.

Glenveagh Staff Volunteer Day at Jack & Jill Charity Boutiques

Glenveagh staff to take over the Jack & Jill Charity Boutiques in Newbridge and Tullamore in Apprentice-Style Team Challenge & Raise funds to support local Jack & Jill Families

Want a family home that has it all? Explore two brand new developments in Kildare.

THE ‘IDEAL HOME’ can vary from buyer to buyer, but space, convenience and a future-proof location are usually high up on the list.

Buyers share what made their new place feel like home

Buying a home is a big decision, and it can be a daunting one. We’ll be taking some of the stress out of the process by sharing insights and advice – as well as the experiences of those who’ve been there.

'Everyone's so friendly and warm' : Locals share what they love about living in Trim

We spoke to residents and business owners about what makes the heritage town stand out.

How to create a bedroom where you’ll always feel relaxed with designer Aoife Tobin

With the average person spending approximately one third of their life asleep, having a peaceful spot to rest your head is quite significant, to say the least.

Why New Builds Provide The Easier Option For New Homebuyers

Pros of New Build Homes

Buying Your First Home: Top Tips To Make The Process As Easy As Possible

When you buy a new build house via a large home builder such as Glenveagh, you’re not just paying for a property. You’re tapping a vein of experience in the property industry which reaches back decades, and you have access to friendly professionals who are experts in dealing with…

‘There’s so much art and energy’: Locals on why Newbridge is a great place to call home

“There are so many places to eat and socialise, no matter what you’re looking for. There’s so much choice.”

Jack & Jill Founder Celebrates his Milestone Birthday with a Fundraiser

On June 21st, Jack & Jill Founder Jonathan Irwin celebrates his 80th Birthday and as part of the celebrations, is seeking help to raise funds for the Jack and Jill Children's Foundation.

Glenveagh Homes supports Newbridge Community First Responders

Glenveagh are proud to support such a vital service and a great group of volunteers in the Newbridge community by installing a new defibrillator in Newbridge at the Gables Guest House and Leisure Centre.

Glenveagh supports 10th annual June Fest in Newbridge

June Fest is a community and family-orientated festival run by the non-profit organisation, White Lily Events, in Newbridge each year during the month of June. The festival celebrates and promotes music, arts, culture, nature, sports, heritage, and history by hosting events in Ne…

Making your house a home - adding the finishing touches with Scatter Box

But you want to put your own stamp on it. It’s the finishing touches that can really set an interior apart from the rest. If you’re looking to inject a sense of luxury and sophistication in your home then check out these tips from Scatter Box and discover how adding home accessor…

Glenveagh Homes launches new charity partnerships with Jack & Jill and ALONE

Glenveagh Homes are delighted to announce two new charity partnerships for 2021 with Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation and ALONE. While Glenveagh is focused on delivering high quality, affordable homes, the homebuilder is just as focused on adding value to communities and those l…

Simple tips to keep your garden green

Spacious, bright and convenient: three-bed family homes with great transport links from €250k

PROPERTY BUYERS SEEKING a high-quality contemporary home with great transport links and a wide range of amenities may find what they’re looking for at The Hawthorns.

Convenience, nature and community: find what Kildare has to offer and check out two new developments

With great transport links, a thriving community and bountiful amenities for families of all stages and stages of life, it’s easy to understand Co Kildare’s appeal for buyers outside the capital.

Community living at Taylor Hill with Hemerson Macalão Ramos

In little more than two years since its launch, Taylor Hill has become one of the most desirable estates in Balbriggan due to the distinct design of our houses, attractive public spaces – well-kept streets and community landscaped open greens – as well as the extensive post-sales…

Village life with easy city access: check out these new family homes

LIVING IN A vibrant village community shouldn’t have to mean sacrificing other essentials, like choice, transport links, and city access.

Due to COVID-19 we have created new ways to view our properties to ensure your safety and comfort.

For busy modern families juggling work, school and childcare, every second saved is priceless.