Shared ownership could be your first step onto the property ladder in Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire or Bedfordshire.
This home ownership scheme allows you to buy a share in your home (normally 50%) and rent the remaining share from Hightown at a subsidised rate. Over time, you can buy more shares in your home.
You can use our property search tool to find the latest Hightown shared ownership homes available near you.
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How to apply
How to navigate the application process.
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Am I eligible?
Check if you are eligible to apply for shared ownership.
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The Buying Process
All you need to know about buying your first shared ownership home.
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Independent Financial Advisors (IFAs)
To ensure that you can afford your new home, you need to be qualified by one of our panel of Independent Financial Advisers (IFA) before viewing the available properties.
Useful documents
Guidance note - What is shared ownership?
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Guidance note - After you have reserved
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Defects Procedure
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