Freehold

Freehold means you own both the property and the land it stands on indefinitely.

1 min read Buying a Home

What it means

Freehold means you own both the property and the land it stands on indefinitely. Most UK houses are freehold.

Example

You buy a detached house and own both the building and the land.

Why it matters

It helps you understand your ownership rights and responsibilities.

Freehold doesn't mean there are never ongoing costs.

Is freehold always better?

Not necessarily. It depends on the property.

Related terms

This term comes up a lot when you're buying a home.

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