10 steps to your new home
Buying your first home or moving to a new home is a very exciting time. Follow our 10-step buying guide for some practical tips.
Our step-by-step guide to buying a home explains all you need to know
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There are several government schemes that can help you on the way to owning a new home. These include Co-Ownership, OwnCo and Help to By ISA’s.
Co-Ownership Housing is a great way for new home owners to get their foot on the property ladder. This housing scheme allows home-owners to share the load of buying their property.
For more details: www.co-ownership.org
OwnCo, Rent to Own scheme allows applicants to rent a new build property for 3 years with the option to buy between 12 and 36 months into their tenancy.
For more details: www.owncohomes.uk
First-time buyers can open a Help to Buy ISA to save towards a deposit. Saving in this type of account could entitle you to a tax-free bonus payment from the government when you buy your first home.
For more details: www.helptobuy.gov.uk