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A basic overview of buying and owning a home.

Explains your rights when buying or selling a house or a flat, and how to deal with common problems.

Most flat owners will be leaseholders, even if they also own a share of the freehold. This information explains your rights as a leaseholder and how to settle disputes about service charges, among other things. (Content applies to England only.)

If property is expensive in your area, buying on the open market may seem impossible. However there are government-backed ownership schemes that can help you get a foot on the housing ladder. (Content applies to England only.)

If you buy a home with another person, you need to decide how you will share ownership of the property. This is important whether you want to buy with your spouse, partner, a family member or a friend. (Content applies to England only.)

Straightforward information about the buying and selling process, including how to get a mortgage, problems getting a mortgage, and selling a property. (Content applies to England only.)

Gives an overview with links to other sections that explain discounts, how to apply, your landlord's offer and appeals. Includes a link to an interactive six step right to buy checker

Find information about a property in England or Wales, even if you don’t own it. Search by address to find the owner, how far its general boundaries extend and whether it’s at risk of flooding.

Information about a free Property Alert service to help protect your home from property fraud.