What is the Open Market Shared Equity Pilot scheme? 
The Open Market Shared Equity Pilot scheme allows people to buy homes that are for sale on the open market. The scheme is available temporarily across the whole of Scotland to help support the housing market during the difficult economic climate. A brochure Open Market Shared Equity Pilot, available in different formats on request, contains detailed information about this scheme.
You can find out more about the scheme in your area by contacting the registered social landlord managing the scheme in the administrative area you are looking to buy a home in.
There are limits set on the price of homes that can be bought under the open market scheme - these are known as threshold prices. These limits vary according to house prices in different parts of Scotland, called threshold price areas, and are reviewed regularly. You can find out these limits and details of the registered social landlords that operate the scheme in each of the scheme's eight administrative areas through the links below. You can see which threshold price area covers the region in which you wish to buy on a map.
Information for registered social landlords and property professionals
Detailed administrative procedures for the Open Market Shared Equity Pilot scheme have been produced for registered social landlords and the Scottish Government.
An advice note for property professionals provides an update on the scheme's progress and clarification on who is eligible.