Buying guide

Alternative homeownership: Buying with family or friends

Homeownership might not be so far from reach.

6 June 2023

Gill South

By Gill South (Business and property journalist)

What you’ll learn:

Pros and cons of buying a house with friends or family

Initial questions to consider:

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