Buying with us

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Making better retirement living easy and affordable

More than just a new home, Platinum Skies, through shared ownership, unlocks the money tied up in your old home to give you financial security and with our innovative part exchange you get full market value for your old home . A better way of living has never been more affordable.

Shared ownership

Buy a share of your new property that you can afford, putting enough money aside to meet your needs in later life. Then pay us a low rent on the remainder, along with a low-cost service charge. It's smart, easy and affordable.

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Part exchange

Swap your old home for a new life at one of our thriving retirement communities. You can move into your new home without delay, and leave us to get full market value for your old home.

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Help moving

We make moving easy. We can help you de-clutter, pack up your possessions and handle all the transportation before unpacking boxes at the other end.

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Moving home in a few easy steps

It all starts with a phone call and a visit. We’re here to support you all the way through your buying journey.

Call us

Have a chat about your needs with one of our friendly Relationship Managers.
Come and visit us

Make an appointment to look round the development that appeals to you.
Choose a property

Select the property that best suits your needs.
Make it affordable

Shared ownership enables you to purchase the amount of a home that you can afford.
Part-exchange your current home

Move swiftly and let us take care of selling your old home.
Get ready to move

We can support you with every step to get to your new home.
Collect the keys

Get ready to celebrate – it’s moving in day. And we'll be on hand to help you settle in to your new home.

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Explore the ways you can buy with us

With Shared Ownership your new home has never been more affordable.

Shared Ownership

Purchase a share of your new home that you can afford.

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Part Exchange

We guarantee full market value and take care of selling your old home.

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Help Moving

Our help move team will support you every step of the way.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements to live in a retirement home?

To live in a Platinum Skies community you must be aged 55 or older, you do not need to be retired. We have a variety of ownership options, some of which have additional eligibility criteria that can be discussed with our Relationship Managers; please get in touch for more information.

Are there guarantees on the build quality?

Yes, you will receive a 10-year guarantee with a new Platinum Skies property.

How does stamp duty work?

On shared ownership properties, the owner will need to pay stamp duty on the share being purchased. However, often as you are purchasing the property at a fraction of its market value, you can avoid paying stamp duty altogether.

What happens after contracts are exchanged?

At this point you are usually able to move into your new Platinum Skies home. We will work behind the scenes to ensure completion of your sale.

What are the service charges?

All services, support and activities for our homeowners are provided on a not-for-profit basis so you are guaranteed great value with the lowest service charges. The service charge will keep the communal areas and landscaped grounds in excellent condition.

What is shared ownership?

Our shared ownership scheme is the affordable way to buy your retirement property. You can live your dream retirement, and make your budget go further. It’s smart, easy and affordable. Pay for a share of your new property, then pay a low regulated rent on the remainder, along with a low-cost service charge.

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