Blogs

06/01/2025

Article by: Plumlife

Affordable Housing Options: Is It Better to Rent or Get a Shared Ownership Property?

In recent years, high inflation in the UK and the subsequent cost of living crisis has pushed the price of renting higher and higher. Affordable housing has become harder to find, and many people across the country are struggling to find the right property for themselves and their loved ones. However, private renting is not […]

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06/01/2025

Article by: Plumlife

How Do I Extend My Lease?

Owning a property under a leasehold agreement essentially gives you the right to occupy the specified property for a longer period of time than a traditional tenancy. Under the new Affordable Homes Programme, the UK government has now decided that leases are to be extended to over 900 years as standard. However, it is generally […]

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16/12/2024

Article by: emilywilliams

Who Owns the Property in Shared Ownership?

The Shared Ownership scheme is a government-backed incentive aimed primarily at helping first-time buyers getting on the property ladder. There are some eligibility requirements and available properties will vary based on location, but purchasing a home via Shared Ownership can be a feasible way of becoming a homeowner. But who owns the property in a […]

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08/10/2024

Article by: emilywilliams

Why Do You Pay Shared Ownership Rent?

The Shared Ownership scheme is a government-backed incentive that encourages first-time buyers to begin their journey on the property ladder. Purchasing a property in this way has a number of advantages, and often leads to tenants becoming home-owners. So, why do you pay Shared Ownership rent? When purchasing a property through the Shared Ownership scheme, […]

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08/10/2024

Article by: emilywilliams

Is The Rent to Buy Scheme a Good Idea?

If you are looking to purchase your first home, you may be struggling to save for a deposit while you are renting. As of May 2024, average rent prices in England are £1,301. This can make it difficult to save the money required to purchase a house and get on the property ladder. So, is […]

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08/10/2024

Article by: emilywilliams

How Long Does the Shared Ownership Process Take?

Buying a Shared Ownership home can be a relatively quick and simple way for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder. In fact, purchasing a property through the Shared Ownership scheme tends to be far quicker than buying a home outright (depending on a number of variables). But how long does the Shared Ownership […]

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21/06/2024

Article by: Plumlife

What’s Life Like Living in Salford?

We’ve got lots of new homes for sale in Salford, but why should you choose to call it home? Think Salford, think art, music, poetry, sport, media and gastronomy at its finest. Think a young, vibrant and growing city on the doorstep of Manchester that has everything you need to live and thrive. Think LS […]

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17/10/2023

Article by: Plumlife

Lucy’s Journey through Shared Ownership at The Poplars, Heaton Mersey

🎬 At Plumlife, we’re all about empowering our customers to transform houses into the dream homes they thought were out of reach. Recently, we caught up with Lucy, one of our amazing customers, at The Poplars development in Heaton Mersey. This encounter left a lasting impression and reminded us of the real impact we have […]

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31/08/2023

Article by: Plumlife

How does my housing provider’s nomination period impact my Shared Ownership resale?

People looking to resell their Shared Ownership home need to consider their nomination period but what exactly is it? This blog explains it all.

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