As the darker nights draw in and the temperatures cool, twinkling lights appear in the streets, and festive cheer starts filling the air. The official countdown to Christmas begins. And with it, talk of holiday plans and parties becomes a hot topic of conversation among friends and colleagues. If those chats spark the idea of living in your own home before Christmas comes around, then this blog is for you.
On average, the Shared Ownership buying process takes between one and three months, so if you act now, you could be settled in your new home just in time for the holidays. Here’s how to make the move:
- Start your search now
If you haven’t already, register your interest in one of our properties to get the ball rolling on your home move. New-builds, like our Shared Ownership apartments in Oakwood, Ponders End and Tottenham Hale, generally have a quicker completion time than resale properties as there’s no onward chain, making it possible to move in before Christmas.
- Get your paperwork ready
Applying for a mortgage is a key stage of the Shared Ownership buying process. For this, you’ll need to provide documents, including bank statements, pay slips and proof of ID and deposit funds. Having the relevant paperwork ready to go will make it quicker and easier to complete your mortgage application, as it can take between two and six weeks to be approved, depending on the lender and the complexity of your financial situation.
Read our blog for more information on what you’ll need to navigate the buying process.
- Appoint a specialist solicitor
You’ll need a solicitor to do the legal work for you; knowing who you’re going to appoint means you can start the conveyancing process as soon as you’ve confirmed your offer acceptance. It’s crucial to choose a solicitor who specialises in Shared Ownership, as this will mitigate any delays.
- Start packing
Organisation is key to a stress-free move. Instead of leaving packing to the last minute, start boxing up items you aren’t using day-to-day, like home décor, books and summer clothes, so that the essentials are all that’s left to pack ahead of moving day.
- Book removals
Speaking of moving day, you’ll need to plan logistics. Get quotes from removal companies or pop a message in the group chat to see if your friends are willing to help. Then you’ll know exactly what you need to arrange once we’ve confirmed the completion date with you.
Move before Christmas with Newlon Living
By being proactive and planning now, it could be possible to move into your Shared Ownership home before Christmas. Explore our resale and new build apartments in London and start your home-buying journey with Newlon Living.
