Step 2 - Instruct solicitors and mortgage company

Appoint a solicitor

You will need to appoint a solicitor to handle the legal paperwork involved. You will have a couple of days to get quotes from solicitors and let us know who you have chosen to work for you.

We have a list of solicitors who are experienced in legal matters associated with New Build HomeBuy (shared ownership). We will not accept any responsibility for their performance or their actions.

Your solicitor will explain the legal process and deal with the sale as quickly as possible, so that you can move into your new home without unnecessary delays.

Consider independent financial advice

We recommend you take independent financial advice and get a clear idea of the costs involved and how much you can afford.

We have a list of independent financial advisors to help with your mortgage matters. It is your choice if you want to accept mortgage advice from one of these advisors. We will not accept any responsibility for their performance or their actions.

Choose a mortgage lender

Once you have decided which mortgage lender to go with, you can instruct them. You will have to pay to set up the mortgage and for the valuation to be carried out.

Once you have instructed your solicitor and mortgage lender by filling in all the necessary paperwork, you must keep in touch with them to make sure they are aware of the deadline to exchange contracts.

More information

To find out more about solicitors, financial advice and mortgage lenders contact us on 020 8357 5246 or homeownershipadvice@nhhg.org.uk.