Universal Credit (UC) housing costs element - Universal Credit (UC): How much will I get? I have a shared ownership property
Universal Credit (UC) housing costs element can help with rent and some service charges
Universal Credit (UC): How much will I get? I have a shared ownership property
If you are renting while buying your home through a shared ownership scheme, you may be able to get help with your rent and service charges through Universal Credit.
You won't get any help with your mortgage through Universal Credit, but you might be able to get help through a Support for Mortgage Interest Loan.
You won't be affected by the The most help you can get from benefits to pay rent in the private sector. See full definition rules or the Bedroom Tax.
Reviewed June 2022
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