Mutual Exchange – Can I encourage a Mutual exchange by paying someone?
No, it is illegal to offer cash incentives in return for a social housing property exchange and it could result in you and your family being evicted from your property.
Mutual Exchange applicants are required to read and agree to the Homechoice system Privacy Policy prior to completion and submission of the online application form.
Section 2.5 of the Privacy Policy makes it clear that ‘Stockport Homes may pass on your personal data to third parties for the purposes of detecting or preventing fraud or other crime’.
Mutual Exchange – What can I do if I can’t find a direct swap with another tenant?
From the Homechoice website home-page, go to ‘Information’ - ‘Mutual Exchanges’ – ‘How do I find a 3-way multi-swap exchange?’ – click the link to open the step-by-step guide ‘to search for a 3-way swap’
Social Housing – Medical points assessments
From the Homechoice website home-page, go to ‘Information’ – ‘Medical Assessments’ to view a video guide and Frequently asked Questions
Application Support – How can I access support to complete my Social Housing or Mutual Exchange application?
A range of support is available to Homechoice customers who need help to complete an online application. This includes Interpreter appointments, telephone appointments and a ‘drop-in’ service:
Tel: 0161 217 6016 (option 2) Mon to Fri, 8.30am to 5pm
Email: homechoice@stockporthomes.org
Drop-In: To Cornerstone reception, Mon to Fri, 9am to 4pm to speak to an Advisor
Rightsizing / Downsizing - I am a Stockport Homes Tenant living in a family sized property (3 or 4 bedroom) and I want to move to a 1-bedroom property
The Stockport Homes Rightsizing service helps current tenants living in large family-sized homes to move to a more manageable and affordable home.
We know that many of our customers are experiencing issues linked to disability/adaptation needs and the rising cost-of-living (e.g. heating and utility bills).
If you feel that now is the right time to look at moving to a smaller property, we are here to support you so please get in touch:
Email: rightsizing@stockporthomes.org
Tel: 0161 217 6016