We first learned about Housing Foundation and their home ownership programmes through my sister, who had completed the programme. She shared her positive experience with us and explained the various schemes they offered, including the Rent to Own (Homesaver) option. After understanding how the programme worked, we realised this might be our best chance to get on the property ladder, so we decided to apply.
Moving into our new home has been nothing short of amazing for our family. The area is central to everything we do, making daily life much more convenient. We’ve also become part of a wonderful community, even joining the local community garden. The sense of belonging and the new opportunities for our family have been incredibly fulfilling.
Our new home is everything we hoped for and more. It’s warm, dry and brand new – definitely a step up from the rental properties we’ve lived in before. It feels like our own space, and we’re truly enjoying the comfort and quality of our new house.
Our experience with Housing Foundation was fantastic. The Housing Support Manager was incredibly helpful and always available to answer our many questions. Their support made the entire process smoother and more manageable.
The most rewarding part of this journey has been gaining independence from the rental market and having a clear goal for our future and for our children. It’s been empowering to have our own home and to look forward to what lies ahead.
Overall, we think Housing Foundation does a fantastic job. One suggestion might be to increase public awareness about the programme. It’s a great opportunity, and we believe more people could benefit from it if they were more aware of its existence.
The Van Niekerks