If you have recently married or if you have long term partner (including same sex partners)  you might want to consider entering into a joint tenancy.

You will need to provide evidence such as:

·        A marriage certificate

·        Proof that your partner has lived in your home for 12months as their principle home and that it is their intention to continue to do so

Before a joint tenancy will be agreed:

·        Your rent account must be completely up to date

·        There should be no legal action or Notice Seeking Possession pending

It is important that both you and you prospective joint tenant understand that by entering into a joint tenancy:

·        Neither of you will have exclusive control over the property

·        The right to buy/ acquire your home will only be joint

·        In the event of the death of either tenant the other would automatically succeed, before any other member of the family could lay claim to the property

If you want more information about how to become a joint tenant please contact us on Freephone 0800 012 1311 (it may be cheaper to call 0330 440 9707 from a mobile), email trust@cppht.com or write to Cheshire Peaks & Plains Housing Trust, Ropewalks, Newton Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6QJ