Council and democracy

Thinking of buying a home?

Croydon Council's Low-cost Home Ownership Open Day takes place at Croydon Clocktower, Katharine Street, on Wednesday 19 November from 12.30pm to 7.30pm.

Potential buyers will be able to find out more about what's available in the borough to help them buy a home they can afford.

There are many low-cost schemes available in Croydon giving more people a greater opportunity to buy.

Many housing associations offering low-cost home ownership in the borough will be exhibiting their new shared-ownership developments.

And there will be free independent financial and legal advice.

Presentations will take place in the Braithwaite Hall at 12.45pm, 2.15pm, 3.45pm, 5.15pm and 6.45pm.

Cllr Dudley Mead, deputy leader and cabinet member for housing, said: "Owning your own home in Croydon might be easier than you think. The supply of new build property has increased over the past few years, providing a greater opportunity for people to get a foothold on the property ladder."

For more information about the open day contact the housing specialist team at Croydon Council on 020 8726 6100.

For further information about affordable home-ownership opportunities across London, visit www.housingoptions.co.uk or telephone 0845 230 8099.