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Shared Ownership and private sale homes at McArthur’s Yard “Guinness Homes are very excited to be a sponsor of Share to Buy’s first ever Bristol Home Show on the 29th June. We are delighted to showcase our Bristol development, McArthur’s Yard – which scooped the ‘Best New Development in the South’ award at the First…

Major political parties promise reform to housing, rent and property policies As the general election draws closer, the key focuses on many people’s minds centre around what a change in government will mean for the property market. Budding buyers are eager to know if there’s more hope on the horizon for their homeownership dreams, while…

Shared Ownership homes in Bristol, Gloucester and Exeter At Sovereign Network Group (SNG), we are passionate about giving everyone the opportunity to own their own home. As one of the UK’s leading housing associations we’ve helped thousands of people find their dream home with Shared Ownership. Every pound of profit we make is reinvested into…

Affordability brewing in Bristol with Shared Ownership Crowned as one of the best places to live in the UK, Bristol boasts a thriving culture, with festivals, street art and a wide variety of independent retailers, bars and restaurants. This has resulted in a booming property market in the city, which is now posing challenges for…

Unlocking Gen Z’s home-buying ambitions Generation Z, born between the late-1990s and early 2010s, is redefining the landscape of home-buying. With a unique set of values and priorities, they are reshaping the real estate market’s dynamics. What are the aspirations of Gen Z homebuyers? From location to lifestyle, and liveability whether in the countryside or…

Discover Bristol – The highlights of living in Bristol As first time buyers look for more affordable but lively alternatives to London, one city that always pops up is Bristol. This unique, vibrant city has fast become one of the most popular living cities in the UK. But why? With its rich history, thriving arts…

Discovering Gen Z’s expectations in home development The landscape of home-buying is evolving, with Generation Z poised to make a significant impact. As this demographic enters the housing market, their expectations and preferences are reshaping the way developers approach home development. It’s critical for developers to consider what will attract the next generation of first…

Your guide to home-buying in England’s live music capitals When life gets tough, few things energise you quite like some special live music. You may leave the venue with a scratchy throat, but you’ll also walk away with memories to last a lifetime. Fortunately, the UK is populated with musical cities, each with their own…

One and two bedroom apartments available through Shared Ownership Following an impressive £3.7 billion regeneration programme, Canning Town is fast becoming East London’s latest hotspot, the destination of choice for city professionals and first time buyers alike. L&Q at Brunel Street Works is a collection of stylish one and two bedroom Shared Ownership homes ready…

New-build homes to help you get on the property ladder Recent research has revealed that more and more businesses are now requiring staff to work full-time in an office, marking a notable departure from pandemic-era hybrid working patterns. With 43% of employees now reporting to work five days a week in an office, homes with…

Three and four bedroom homes available through Shared Ownership Apply now for new three and four bedroom Shared Ownership home at Saxon’s Gate in Angmering. 25% shares in these new-build homes start from £105,000 with a full market value of £420,000, with deposits starting from just 5% of the share price! These new homes at Saxon’s…

Share to Buy are bringing the country’s biggest first time buyer event to Bristol this June Get your free tickets to the launch of the Bristol Home Show, taking place on Saturday 29th June 2024 at the Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel (Broad Street, Bristol, BS1 2EL) from 10.30am to 4pm.  Check out our video from…

High-specification two bedroom apartments in East London “I couldn’t find a space that felt like home – then I came across Leaside Lock!” After moving from Belgium four years ago, Bernard was unable to find a property which felt like home, hopping around rental homes in the capital. Feeling unable to settle, Bernard even contemplated…

Downsizing your home for Older Persons Shared Ownership If you’ve decided to downsize to an Older Persons Shared Ownership home, you may be facing the daunting process of sorting and moving a household of belongings into a smaller space. Downsizing has many  benefits, from lower energy bills to less maintenance in your home. However, the…

If you’ve decided that Shared Ownership is the best way to get on the property ladder, you’re not alone. Thousands of first time buyers are reaping the benefits of this alternative and often more affordable route to buying a home. But before you can enjoy the advantages that this scheme has to offer, you’ll need to…

How to calculate your Shared Ownership mortgage Are you tired of renting but don’t think you can afford to buy a home? In that case, Shared Ownership might just be the solution for you. But if you don’t have the first idea how Shared Ownership mortgages work, now is the perfect time to get clued…

Shared Ownership success story at Harrow and Wealdstone Heights Born and bred in North London, Stephen had spent a few years living at home with his parents in Cricklewood when a change in his circumstances made him realise it was time to find a place of his own. As he explains: “I recently got engaged and…

Finding the right Older Persons Shared Ownership community Shared Ownership is often billed to support younger people in their dreams of homeownership. However, younger first time buyers aren’t the only group who can take advantage of the scheme. Older Persons Shared Ownership (OPSO) does exactly what it says on the tin, serving as a way…