When you’re looking to buy a new property, you may wonder whether to opt for a new building or an older property. New builds may be a little bit more stylish with less work needed, but some cheap low-cost, energy-efficient homes are botched, and in some cases, already falling to pieces.

Some older properties may need a lot of renovation work, but in most cases, you’re guaranteed less problems with an established property. The location and the look of a property should never be the only considerations, and with housing, it’s never a case of ‘the newer, the better’.

Traditional properties may prove to be more reliable, but when you’re investing make sure you understand the materials involved in the construction of your property, you’ll then have a better understanding on its reliability and true worth.