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Basingstoke and Deane Own Home Loan scheme

Published: Thursday 8 April 2021

Basingstoke and Deane Own Home Loan scheme is aimed at people living or working within the borough, to assist them to take their first steps on the property ladder. The scheme is modelled on the Government’s existing Help to Buy: Equity Loan scheme, but the Own Home Loan scheme allows successful applicants to purchase existing homes, not simply new build properties. A total of £580,000 has been made available from the council’s unspent affordable housing contributions, which will allow for up to 20 households to borrow up to £30,000.

Applications for the scheme are open but there are limited spaces available. If you are interested in taking advantage of the scheme please email ownhomeloan@basingstoke.gov.uk with the following information:

  • Your name, date of birth, telephone number and current address.
  • Your housing register (Homebid) reference number.
  • Confirmation that that you can afford a minimum 5% deposit for a property suitable for your needs.

Qualifying applicants will be prioritised on a first come, first served basis. For any further information visit https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/own-home-loan and for any queries please email ownhomeloan@basingstoke.gov.uk

Homebid Upgrade

Published: Wednesday 10 March 2021

Following the upgrade to the Homebid site, you will be asked to create a new password the first time you log in. Both this password and your memorable date can now be reset on the website.