First-time buyers could be hit with nearly £30,000 in costs in first three months

FIRST-TIME buyers could be hit with nearly £30,000 in costs within the first three months of picking up their keys.

It comes as new home-owners are forced to shell out thousands on furniture, decorating, and essential appliances.

If you’re looking to become a first-time buyer, there are a host of additional costs you may have to consider

A study of 1,000 adults who bought their first home in the past five years found those furnishing their space spent an average of £3,487 on the likes of sofas, coffee tables and beds.