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Hoooodoyouthink · 14/08/2023 16:15

Does anyone have much experience about applying for social housing?

DF is in 70's and been living in a mobile home for years but his health is failing him and wants to apply for a social housing flat. He has about £25k savings but some of that has been saved for a new (used) car that he needs, his is v old, too big and knackered.

Would he be better off getting his car sorted first, before applying? I think if his savings were below the threshold he would get some housing benefit but not sure how it works if he applies, then buys a new car and that sends his savings below the limit.

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Babyroobs · 26/02/2024 12:54

He wouldn't be eligible for housing benefit until savings drop below 16k ( I think the same for most local authorities) so if he's needing help to pay the rent then yes it would be bets to buy the car first.

TallulahBetty · 26/02/2024 11:50

Savings won't be an issue for qualifying for SH, however it may be an issue for HB.

Charc1999 · 26/02/2024 11:44

Yes of course apply for it definitely like post says above. I just don’t know if savings would be an issue but I’m not overly educated on it. But yes please go for it and apply

Babyroobs · 26/02/2024 11:05

There's no harm in applying. there is often more social housing available for over 55's.

Charc1999 · 26/02/2024 11:03

I’m not sure he would qualify if he has savings that high

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