It is really important to know The Pro's and Con's of Shared Ownership Properties - Watch this BEFORE you look for Shared Ownership Properties!
Shared Ownership Properties can be an excellent alternative if you can't yet get onto the property ladder the traditional way. However, there are pro's and con's of shared ownership properties.
In this video I provide the pro's and con's of Shared Ownership purchases and a "Must Know" list you can download and check when buying your shared ownership property and obtaining your shared ownership mortgage. You MUST check with the housing association - Do not get into a shared ownership deal until you know everything within the terms and conditions.
- Monthly rent - Ground rent - Service charges - Can you Stair case ? - Do they work with all mortgage lenders ? - New build have different mortgage rules to traditional properties, does your lender allow shared ownership ? - Obtain a MOS (Memorandum of sale) after purchase and the shared ownership documents - Double check the mortgage lenders criteria as flats can require more of a deposit than houses
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