Advice before buying

Buying a home is a big decision. You must be confident in your responsibilities when applying.

To help, you can get free, unbiased financial and legal advice from these sources:

• the government's Right to Buy website (opens new window)
• the government's guide GOV.UK Your right to buy your home - a guide (opens new window)
• for legal matters, contact your local Citizens Advice (opens new window)
• for budgeting and financial advice, contact Money Helper (opens new window)

If you buy your council flat or maisonette, you'll need to pay annual service charges. Read more about leaseholder responsibilities.