Housing FAQ's - Buying a House
Question
I
want
to buy a house but can't afford prices around here. What options are available?
Answer
Shared
Ownership – is an alternative to renting and full ownership. With shared ownership you buy a leasehold
‘share’ of your home and pay rent on the rest. It is particularly suitable for people with a regular
income who want to buy their own home but cannot afford to do so through conventional methods.
For
more information on shared ownership and other low cost home ownership opportunities please contact
homes@kennet (External link). An application form is available on request.
Question
Who’s building the new development at ‘xx’. How do I apply?
Answer
A
list of new and proposed affordable housing developments is shown in the Housing Enabling section, together
with details of the developing housing association. However, if you want to apply for accommodation
in a new or existing property, you will need to register with homes@kennet (External link).
You do not need to contact the housing association direct.
Question
Do
you have any vacant properties available to buy?
Answer
From
time to time we are aware of owners who are looking to either sell or let their properties. In such
cases, we can forward letters of interest onto owners or their agents for further consideration.
Question
Can
I buy my Housing Association home?
Answer
In some cases you may be entitled to buy your home and you should speak to your landlord about this