After years of renting, Michelle and her daughter finally found somewhere they could truly call home…

This is their Snugg Homes story…

“As a single mum, my biggest priority has always been security — not just for me, but for my daughter too. After years of renting, I wanted something more permanent, somewhere we could truly call home. Like many people, I assumed getting onto the property ladder might always be just out of reach, but Shared Ownership changed everything for us.

After moving out of my mum’s house following university, I had always rented. While renting served its purpose, it never gave me that sense of stability I was craving. I wanted to know that my daughter and I had a secure future, a place where we could put down roots without constantly worrying about rent increases or having to move on.

It was actually a friend who first told me about Shared Ownership. I hadn’t really considered it before, but the more I learned, the more it made sense. The affordability was a huge factor — it finally felt like an achievable way for us to step onto the property ladder. The idea of owning a brand-new home, complete with a warranty and support if anything went wrong, made the decision even easier.

Since moving into our new home, life has genuinely changed for the better. We are so happy here. Having a beautiful, energy-efficient house has made such a difference — not just financially, but in how comfortable and relaxed we feel every day. It feels like a fresh start for both of us.

I absolutely love our development. It’s peaceful and quiet, and everyone we’ve met so far has been so friendly. There’s a real sense of community, which has been lovely for both me and my six-year-old daughter.

The service we received from Snugg Homes has been brilliant from start to finish. Samantha, who I dealt with most throughout the process, was amazing — always helpful, supportive and happy to answer any questions I had. As a single buyer, having that level of guidance and reassurance meant so much.

At 41, I’m proud of what we’ve achieved. My daughter and I finally have a home of our own, something I once thought might not be possible. Shared Ownership has given us security, happiness and a place to build our future — and for that, I’m incredibly grateful.”

Mickelle x