Shared Ownership is an affordable home ownership scheme which makes it easier for first time buyers to get on the property ladder. Buyers purchase a share of property, and pay rent on the remaining share.

What rights do you have with shared ownership?

If you own a share of your home, the landlord has the right to find a buyer for your home. The landlord also has the right to buy it first (known as ‘first option to buy’ or ‘pre-emption’). You can sell your share yourself if the landlord does not find a buyer and they do not want to buy it themselves.

Can you move from shared ownership to shared ownership?

Many shared owners will remain financially unable to move on to full home-ownership, so being able to move on to another shared-ownership property was important for them. However, not all shared-ownership providers supported shared owners purchasing another shared-ownership home.

Is shared ownership classed as first time buyer?

Shared ownership is only available to first-time buyers, those who’ve previously owned a home but can’t afford to buy one now, and existing shared ownership homeowners who want to move house. Your household income must be less than £80,000 if you live outside London or £90,000 if you’re living in London.

When do you have ownership of a part of a property?

The ownership right may exist on the integral part of the property that can be separated without causing damage to the property. In the case of divesture of the property, the ownership of separated part shall be transferred to the acquirer, only if that part was in ownership of the transferor.

Where does the right of owner of immovable property include?

The right of owner of immovable property shall include the area above the surface and part of the land below the surface of immovable property, unless otherwise determined by law. Social Function of Ownership Article 9

Who is responsible for repairs to shared ownership property?

Who pays for repairs to my shared ownership property? If anything within your shared ownership property needs to be repaired, it’s generally your responsibility. The housing association will be responsible for the upkeep of communal areas, although you will likely pay a service charge to cover these costs.

What does shared ownership mean in real estate?

What is shared ownership? Also known as ‘part buy, part rent’, shared ownership is a scheme that allows you to buy a share of a property and pay rent on the rest. It’s designed to help people with small deposits and lower incomes get on the property ladder.