Between April and September 2024, we completed 170 new homes, 118 for rent and 52 for shared ownership.
You can find out more about what homes we have available for shared ownership (both new builds and resales) here.
Below, Paul from Hadleigh, tells us more about his shared ownership experience and what his new home means to him.
In 2024, Paul found himself on the brink of homelessness, as the family home he had shared with his mother was due to be sold to pay for her care. He was given nine months to move out, so he started looking for places to rent, but the future looked uncertain as many of the rental homes he viewed were unsuitable for his needs.
“I thought I was going to be made homeless, and I would have to get rid of the dog so I could give her a better life. I felt like being a single man with a dog didn’t go in my favour when applying for rental homes”.
Fast forward to July, and an opportunity arose that would change everything for Paul—buying a home through our shared ownership scheme.
“I had heard about shared ownership before on the news but didn’t give it much thought until my sister sent me a link to the homes advertised by Havebury. I didn’t know if it would work for me, but I thought I would try”.
Paul discovered he could buy a share in a home with a smaller deposit and lower monthly payments than traditional home ownership. Having a stable, permanent place to call his own was now a real possibility.
“On the whole, it was a great experience; I couldn’t fault the help and advice I was given from everyone involved. Everyone I dealt with understood the shared ownership process, which made me feel at ease”.
In September 2024, he finally picked up the keys to his new home in Hadleigh, an area he was keen to stay local to.
“I needed to be local. I have four children and wanted to be near them and close to friends.”
Talking about the local area, Paul says: “It’s a very lovely place. Everyone knows everyone, and everyone looks out for everyone. It’s such a nice area, peaceful and quiet.”
The security of his new home allows Paul to focus on his job, family, and dog, and he is looking forward to building his future in it.
When asked if he would recommend shared ownership, he says: “I would recommend shared ownership to anyone. Havebury has been amazing. There have been some bumps in the road, but I am glad I can finally enjoy my life in my own home.”
For Paul, his home is more than just bricks; it represents stability and the next chapter of his life.
Why not read about our other new homes and their residents by clicking the links below?
- Meet our shared owner Sarah, who moved into her home in December 2023.
- Meet our shared owner Emma, who moved into her home in May 2023.
- Meet our resident Liz, who moved into her new build home in August 2023.
- Meet our resident Danielle, who moved into her new build home in March 2022.
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