Buying, selling or moving

If you’re looking for a new home, planning a move or thinking about buying or selling, we can help you understand your options and what to do next.

Looking for a home

If you’re looking for a home, here’s what you need to know:

• How to apply for a home

• How we allocate homes

• Finding a new home if your circumstances change (for example, if you need more bedrooms)

Swapping your home (mutual exchange)

You may be able to swap your home with another resident (also known as mutual exchange):

• Find out how mutual exchange works and apply

Moving home

If you’re thinking about moving or transferring to another home, here’s what you need to know:

• Find out how to move to a new home

• Let us know if you’re moving out

• What to do before you move out 

• Arranging collection of bulky household items

We also have a checklist to help you when you’re getting ready to move home 

Moving temporarily

If you need to move out for a short time while we carry out major works: 

• Learn about temporary moves (decanting) and what to expect

Buying your home

If you rent from us, you may be able to buy your home.

• Check if you’re eligible  

• Understand the costs involved

Shared ownership - buying and selling

If you own a shared ownership home, find out:

• How to buy more shares in your home, often called staircasing.

• How improvements you've made may affect your home’s value

If you’re thinking about selling:

• Find out how to sell your shared ownership home

• Arrange a surveyor to value your property

Selling your home

If you own your home and are planning to sell:

• Check what steps you need to follow when selling your home

• How to get a certificate of compliance