What is a nominations agreement on shared ownership resale?
When housing associations nominate alternative buyers and how chains time in England.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 9 min read
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Nomination clauses route some resales through association lists before wider advertising; understand the clock and marketing duties before you accept an offer purchaser.
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