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Selling your home
You can sell your shared ownership home at any time. If you own a 100% share of your home, you can sell it on the open market. For example, through an estate agent. If you do not own a 100% share of your home, you must tell your landlord (Housing Association) when you want to sell your home. You must then obtain a valuation from a surveyor who is a registered valuer with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The sale price of your home will be based on this valuation. Either you or your landlord will need to arrange the RICS valuation. Ask your landlord what their policy is. You’ll still need to pay for the valuation.
At Lockwood Chartered Surveyors we will provide you with an independent and accurate assessment of the market value which will be contained within a report that is acceptable to your Housing Association.
Buying more shares 'staircasing'
You can buy more shares in your home after you become a shared owner. This is known as ‘staircasing’. When you buy more shares, you’ll pay less rent to the landlord on the rest of the property. The amount of rent you pay will be based on the share you do not own. If you buy additional shares, you may need a solicitor to update your lease. You can buy shares until you own a 100% share of the property, however it is worth noting that in some cases staircasing restrictions may apply.
You'll need to pay for a valuation by a surveyor who is a registered valuer with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your landlord will let you know whether they’ll arrange the valuation or you need to arrange it yourself. Your landlord will tell you the price of the share after the valuation.
If you’ve made home improvements which affect the value of your home, the valuation must show 2 amounts:
the current market value - this is the home’s value including any increase because of home improvements.
the unimproved value - this is the home’s value ignoring any home improvements carried out.
If you have your landlord’s written permission to carry out the home improvements, the price of additional shares is based on the unimproved value.
If you did not get your landlord’s written permission, the price of the additional shares is based on the current market value. This price is likely to be higher.
Lockwood Chartered Surveyors are highly experienced in carrying out valuations for this purpose and we are trusted by housing associations.
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James WhiteleyI felt like Mr Lockwood went above and beyond throughout the survey process. He saved me a lot of time, and potentially wasted money, by correcting me on the type of survey I needed. Mr Lockwood was extremely thorough in his report and ALWAYS answered any call or got right back to me if he was unable to do so. I really felt he was extremely supportive in a delicate matter. You get what you pay for with Lockwood surveys. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Alex Garcia WylieWe recently used Lockwood Chartered Surveyors, and I was very impressed with the service provided by Andrew. He was extremely responsive from the outset and proactive in addressing my initial enquiry. The survey was conducted promptly, within the agreed timeline, and the resulting report was detailed and comprehensive. Andrew was also very accommodating to my specific timeline requirements and took the time to clearly answer all of my questions. I found the entire process to be efficient and professional, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services.
Graeme BrookeAndrew fitted a valuation survey at relatively short notice. He arrived on time and did a first class job in turning the report around for me. I was happy with the valuation & justifications. Any questions pre & post survey were turned around in a prompt & efficient manner too. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or use again in the future.
Lewis HoskinsWe used Lockwood chartered surveyors for our RICS help to buy valuation and I highly recommend. Andrew was quick to respond and talked us through the process. Thank you for providing a great service.
Christie JadeVery speedy & straightforward RICS Valuation for my Help To Buy Redemption. Andrew was very helpful & accommodating towards my tight time restrictions.
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The whole process was really smooth. We went for a Level 3 Survey with the additional drone/raised camera package. The level of detail in the survey was excellent, and highlighted some issues that we were unaware of. Thank you very much!