Jargon Busting Videos

Shared Ownership and Help to Buy explainer videos

Taking the plunge and buying your first home is an exciting experience and one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. However, we understand that some of the language you’ll come across when looking to buy can seem daunting, scary and downright confusing.

In a bid to cut through the jargon and get to the heart of what this terminology actually means, we here at Share to Buy have created our own mini-series, dissecting the confusing words and phrases that you’ll encounter on your home buying journey. However, to ensure that we keep these explanations as concise as possible, we’ve challenged ourselves to do so in just 30 seconds or less!

Jargon busting with Share to BuyAn introduction to Share to Buy’s jargon busting series.

Shared OwnershipFind out more about the part-buy part-rent scheme here.

Staircasing (buying more shares)Learn about the process of buying more shares in your home.

Help to BuyLearn about the Help to Buy equity loan.

London Help to BuyFind out how Help to Buy differs in London.

London Home Show eventShare to Buy’s bi-annual property event.

Share to Buy is a one stop shop for affordable homes. On our website, you can search for properties, compare mortgages, and find out all you need to know about alternative home-buying schemes using our FAQs and guides.

If you’re interested in purchasing a part-buy part-rent home, you can find out more via our article index and Shared Ownership terms and conditions on Share to Buy.