WhatHouse? Guides

Looking for help on renting, purchasing a home through a government scheme, or Part Buy Part Rent? We’ve got you covered. Find our helpful guides below.

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15 November 2023
An Introduction To WhatHouse? Location Ratings
WhatHouse? Location Ratings provide a comprehensive score on topics key to your choice of the right brand new home for you...Read more
7 November 2023
Who Can Apply For Shared Ownership?
The government has rules about who qualifies to use the popular Shared Ownership scheme – find out here if it's you...Read more
3 November 2023
Shared Ownership Myths Busted By South-West New Homes Provider
Housing provider Bromford is helping potential homebuyers with some great advice about the myths surrounding Shared Ownership...Read more
3 August 2023
9 Rental Myths Debunked By Property Experts
Property rental experts, Essential Living, have debunked some of the most common myths about renting a home...Read more
13 April 2023
What Is Help to Buy – Wales?
What is the Help to Buy – Wales scheme, and how does it work?Read more
6 April 2023
A Guide To Growing Shares In A Shared Ownership Property
Amy Gooder of Guinness Homes on the considerations of purchasing further shares in your Shared Ownership home...Read more
9 January 2023
Shared Ownership: A First-Time Buyer’s Secret Weapon
Hellyn Fairbrother, London and South East regional sales manager at Guinness Homes, explains Shared Ownership...Read more
3 January 2023
The Older Persons Shared Ownership Scheme
Government-backed schemes aren't just aimed at younger homebuyers. WhatHouse? takes you through a purchase scheme specifically for people over 55...Read more
1 January 2023
Considering Buying A Show Home? Here Are The Pros and Cons
Like the idea of moving into a new property? Here are the advantages and disadvantages of buying a show home...Read more
28 December 2022
How To Buy More Shares In Your Shared Ownership Home
The WhatHouse? team has put together a guide to tell you all you need to know about increasing your share of a Shared Ownership home...Read more