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Shared Ownership FAQs

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Does Shared Ownership mean sharing with someone else?

No – this is a common misconception but the ‘shared’ aspect of the scheme simply means you’re sharing ownership of your home with a housing association.

If you decide to buy a Shared Ownership home in Rugby, you’re effectively purchasing a portion of your property. Your initial share will usually be between 25% to 75%, paying a mortgage on the part that you own and a below market value rent on the remaining share.

Can I ever fully own a Shared Ownership home in Rugby?

Yes – Shared Owners can choose to buy additional shares in their property by ‘staircasing’.

When buying a Shared Ownership home, you will initially purchase a minimum percentage somewhere between 25% to 75%. Down the line, if you find that your financial circumstances have changed, buyers will have the option to buy more shares.

If you choose to buy a higher percentage, your mortgage repayments will increase while the rent you pay will decrease. In the majority of cases there aren’t any restrictions and you can buy 100% of your home – in this instance, you would become the outright owner.

Do I meet the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership homes in Rugby?

As a home-buying product aimed at helping those who can’t afford to purchase a property on the open market, there are certain requirements that buyers will need to meet to be considered eligible for Shared Ownership.

For example, there are caps on household income which means that you must earn less than £80,000 to be eligible for the scheme – or less than £90,000 if you would like to buy a home in London. The criteria also states that buyers must be at least 18 years of age and do not own another property either in the UK or abroad.

How much does Shared Ownership cost in Rugby?

Shared Ownership properties enable you to put down a smaller deposit compared to those required on the open market – buyers will usually need to put down 5% to 10% of the share that they’re buying, rather than the full market value of the home.

On a monthly basis, buyers will be required to pay their mortgage, a subsidised rent and service charge on their home, however, these repayments often work out cheaper than or equal to renting privately in the same area. Other costs to consider when buying a home include solicitor and mortgage broker fees – you can find out more about these costs on Share to Buy.

Are there Shared Ownership homes in Rugby?

Share to Buy lists thousands of Shared Ownership homes all across Rugbyand beyond – including new build properties and those available through resale.

Shared Ownership is available on a variety of homes including cosy studios, stylish apartments and traditional family homes. Check out our property search tool to start looking for your new home today!

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Who are Share to Buy?

Share to Buy is the leading online portal for Shared Ownership properties. Established in 2004 as the UK’s first specialist online mortgage broker for affordable home ownership products, the site has since developed into a one stop shop for first time buyers, offering the country’s largest listing of Shared Ownership homes from many of the UK’s biggest housing providers.

Why should I register with Share to Buy?

Share to Buy is the nation’s biggest and best established affordable home ownership property portal, making it the ideal website for first time buyers looking to take that first step onto the property ladder.

Using our property search tool, you can search for homes that suit your needs via filters such as location, number of bedrooms, monthly outgoings and deposit amount. You can also set up alert preferences so you’ll be notified when new properties that meet your search are announced by email.

Acting as a one stop shop for first time buyers, Share to Buy also offers handy FAQs and guides, interactive mortgage tools, mortgage broker and conveyancing panels, and live events to help potential purchasers on their home-buying journey.

Can I advertise my home on Share to Buy?

If you are a housing association or developer selling properties through Shared Ownership, Help to Buy and other affordable home ownership schemes, we can list your new build and resale homes on the Share to Buy property portal.

As well as working alongside Registered Providers, we also partner with private sellers who are looking to sell their current Shared Ownership home.

Find out more about advertising your Shared Ownership property on Share to Buy.

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If you’re a first time buyer, then you may be concerned that your home ownership aspirations are achievable. Thankfully though, with Shared Ownership homes in Rugby, you can take that vital first step onto the property ladder. Help to Buy homes in Rugby are also a great option for buyers looking to finally get the keys to their dream home.

Staying on top of the latest Shared Ownership and Help to Buy properties in Rugby couldn’t be simpler. All you need to do is sign up to Share to Buy then register to receive alerts when new properties become available in your desired area.

Finding itself on the borders of LeicestershireLondon and Birmingham, people not familiar with the area can occasionally overlook Rugby, especially in the shadow of the capital. This is, however, a mistake which is never made by those who have had the chance to enjoy all that Rugby has to offer. Known by many because of its namesake – yes, the game of rugby did have its rules written here at the Rugby School in the mid-19th century – it has so much more to offer than many people realise.

As you might expect from a place that is already etched forever in the books of history, this is an area with a quite astonishing past, which includes but also goes far beyond the world of sports. It actually dates back to the Iron Age and is mentioned in the Domesday book by a different name. Its influence and growth as a market town breathed new life into the area as the centuries rolled by.

It has since transformed into a manufacturing hub as a result of railways popping up throughout the country during the 19th century. Today, it has once again evolved into a stunning example of a modern British town. However, it hasn’t forgotten where it has come from and that past gives Rugby a unique sense of identity. This is demonstrated in its architecture and local culture, which allows the modern conveniences and prosperity that is enjoyed by the residents of Rugby to be matched with depth and a sense of local pride forged in time.

Perhaps there’s no better example of this than the many local businesses which are the lifeblood of Rugby, keeping the town moving forward as it always has. Alongside all the shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants and local businesses which craft the bustle of its streets, there are also other cultural attractions to explore. There’s the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, and Macready and Rugby Theatre, for example.

Of course, we can’t talk about things to do in Rugby without mentioning its stunning parks, which we have no doubt influenced the town’s love of sports and outdoor activities. These are just a few examples to give you an idea of what’s available in this charming town. From its railway stations to its restaurants, it’s all about providing you with everything you need to create the life you want. The ingredients are all here, it’s up to you what you want to make of it.

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