Shared Ownership
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Shared Ownership means you buy part of your home from a housing association or charity. This is called a mortgage.
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You also rent part of your home from the housing association or charity.
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You must make sure that this is right for you as it can be difficult to go back.
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You can make changes to your home, like a stair lift or extension.
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It can be expensive, as you may need to pay money for deposits and legal fees.
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You may also need to top-up the weekly payment to buy the house.