Customer Stories

When you’re buying a house, everything is simultaneously so exciting, stressful, refreshing, and anxiety-inducing that it can be difficult to step back and assess the situation; this is where unexpected costs begin to sneak up on you. Without proper forethought and planning, some mandatory (and optional) fees can damage your budget and your wellbeing. But […]

Buying a house is one of the most stressful events in most people’s lives, and for good reason. There is so much to consider, from the location to the neighbours to the logistics, and THEN you have to also think about how much it could cost you. In this blog, we’ve got all the tips […]

Homeownership is one of the most fulfilling life milestones you can take on, and with it comes plenty of ups and downs. If you aren’t careful, managing your home can feel like a counterproductive slog that does more harm to your wellbeing than good. But by leaning in to the necessities of homeownership, you can […]

First-time buyers are considering new builds over older properties more than they ever have before. A survey from October 2025 suggests that 44% of aspiring first-time buyers would prefer to buy a new build, compared to 30% who said they would prefer to buy an older property, signifying a jump in popularity for new builds. […]

In 2025, a Compare My Move survey revealed that people would rank moving house as one of life’s most stressful experiences, even more stressful than childbirth! But what makes people think that moving house is such a terrible thing, and is first-time home buyer anxiety that common? First-time home buyer anxiety is very common. You […]

Overcoming the hurdles standing between you and owning a home of your own is one of the best feelings in the world. The Shared Ownership Scheme allows you to reach that milestone even sooner, removing barriers to entry and offering growth over time. But what is shared ownership anyway, and how does it work? Shared […]

After a move back to her Northern roots, Olivia found the perfect stepping stone to homeownership at Platform in Stockport.

Overcoming the hurdles standing between you and owning a home of your own is one of the best feelings in the world. The Shared Ownership Scheme allows you to reach that milestone even sooner, removing barriers to entry and offering growth over time. But what is shared ownership anyway, and how does it work? Shared […]

Shared ownership homes are great options for families that are growing and looking to get onto the property ladder. From flats to houses, they offer a lot of benefits that traditional renting doesn’t allow, and allow more people to overcome the hurdles of home ownership that are stumping so many first-time buyers. So, why are […]