I’m selling my house because I have separated from my partner. I can’t afford to buy them out and I won’t be left with enough to buy something else. What can I do?

Are you under 55 years of age?

Yes i am under 55

Do you have income or savings, equity of over £60,000?

The local authority will not consider anyone on West Cheshire Homes if you are under 55 years of age and have income or savings or equity of over £60,000.

In this circumstance the local authority consider you are able to resolve your own housing needs. You will not be eligible through West Cheshire Homes.

If your equity is less than £60,000 you should:

• Complete an application form for West Cheshire Homes
• Provide a completion statement as soon as possible which will indicate your proposed equity balance.
• You should also look in the private rent sector for accommodation.

No i am over 55

Do you have income or savings, equity of over £125,000?

The local authority will not consider anyone on West Cheshire Homes if you are over 55 years old and have income or savings or equity of over £125,000.

In this circumstance the local authority consider you are able to resolve your own housing needs. You are not eligible for inclusion through West Cheshire Homes.

If your equity is less than £125,000 you should:

• Complete an application form for West Cheshire Homes.
• Provide a completion statement as soon as possible which will indicate your proposed equity balance.
• You should look in the private rent sector for accommodation.