Where were you living before moving to Angmering and what made you decide to move?
We were renting a house in Littlehampton next to Sophie’s parents. While we were there, we focused on saving a deposit to buy somewhere of our own. We were looking around at new build houses and found our two-bed semi-detached house in Angmering.
How was the move into your home?
As we moved in July, our family were able to help us move during the summer holidays. We hired a van and got it done, so it wasn’t too expensive! The move into our home was straight forward. We were in a three-bed house previously, so we had pretty much everything we needed.
How was your experience purchasing a home through Shared Ownership?
It’s been great to finally get on the property ladder. Although some people were dubious about the scheme, my brother had purchased somewhere with shared ownership in Chichester. He was very positive and happy with how it all went. We also think staircasing is great option and hope to look at that in the future. Shared ownership works well for young people, as well as older people who haven’t been able to get the money together for a deposit before.
Would you recommend Shared Ownership to other people?
110%!
What do you love most about where you live/or about your home?
We live in a really nice area with a real sense of community. It’s a lovely estate and a great size for a two-bed. We also have a garden out the back which we enjoy maintaining.
How would you describe the style/décor in your home?
Neutral and clean. It was like that when we moved in, but we’ve had chance to put our personality into it now. It’s bright and airy, but we’ve put up blinds to shut the world out when we come home from work and want to relax.
And finally, what does ‘home’ mean to you?
Somewhere to feel safe and relaxed and be with your family. Whenever we go away, we can’t wait to get home to a place that’s ours. We, always think how lucky we are.
Oh, and where the cats are!