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Rent a property at a discount to help with the cost of saving for a deposit to buy a home. Information on who is eligible and how to apply.
Rent to Buy helps tenants in England save for a deposit to buy a home by…
To be eligible for Rent to Buy, you must be: in full or part time…
You apply to rent a property that is in the scheme. If you’re considered…
If you live in England (excluding London), you can search for…
You can use the deposit you’ve saved to buy any home, including those…
Supporting the Armed Forces onto the home ownership ladder.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of agricultural premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Your right to buy your council home - including how to apply, who is eligible, discounts available and where to get help and advice.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of business premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Practical advice to consider when purchasing a property in India.
Advice for British people buying property in Bulgaria, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements and more.
Find out when transactions involving land and buildings are exempt from VAT.
How to account for VAT on vehicles and fuel you use for your business.
Investors and businesses may be legally required to tell the government about certain sensitive acquisitions under the National Security and Investment Act.
Forms and guidance for council and housing association tenants in England who want to buy their home.
Buy your rented home through the Right to Shared Ownership scheme: who can apply, how to apply, costs, paying rent, buying more shares, repairing and selling your home.
Guidance explaining why compulsory purchase orders are made, and what people's rights are to challenge them.
How and when you'll pay Stamp Duty Reserve Tax (SDRT) or Stamp Duty when you buy shares electronically or using a stock transfer form
How to refer or buy the freehold reversion of your flat that belonged to a dissolved company and now belongs to the Crown.
You are not allowed to sublet your home unless your personal circumstances make it difficult to live there.
The Voluntary Right to Buy (VRTB) Midlands pilot launched in August 2018, giving eligible housing association tenants in the East and West Midlands the opportunity to purchase their homes at Right to Buy level discounts. The pilot concluded in 2021.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of residential properties once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Find out which disposals of assets from historic houses are within the scope of VAT.
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