Birmingham operates a choice based letting scheme and applicants accepted onto the housing register may express an interest in (bid for) a home when a suitable one becomes available. Those who do not qualify for social housing will be offered advice about alternative housing options, including private renting.
How long does it take to hear back from home choice?
We aim to process all applications within 20 working days of the date it is received in the office and will let you know the result in writing.
How long is the waiting list for a council house in Birmingham?
How long does it take to get a council house in Birmingham? According to the city council, in some areas the average applicant will wait over 20 years to secure a property.
What happens when you get shortlisted for a council house?
If you have been shortlisted, you will be informed via the Home Connections website once you log on to the website. You will also be contacted by text message, email or phone call depending on the preference stated on your individual application.
What is homechoice queue position?
When you bid, your queue position is based on your Banding and your effective date. You are not queued in order of when you place your bid, but in order of ‘priority’.
How do you get paid from home choice?
As a Sales Agent you will:
- Earn commission selling HomeChoice products.
- Receive all the training, tips and information you need to succeed.
- Work from home or wherever you like.
- Earn more money as you put in more effort.
Does home choice do credit check?
Once we have received all of your information, a credit bureau check will be done to determine whether or not you qualify for a homechoice credit facility account. If you do, we will ask you for more personal information such as income and expenses.
Who gets top priority for council housing?
The council must give you some priority on the housing register if you are legally homeless. This includes when you’re at risk of domestic abuse or violence in your home. It applies to homeless families as well as single people or couples without children.
How can I get council to move me faster?
How to get a council house quicker
- Be as open and flexible as you can.
- Update the council of changes to circumstances.
- Ensure you’re in the right band.
- Use all your bids.
- Ensure you’re bidding for the correct type of property – by this we mean bidding for the type of property you will be given priority for.
How long does a housing application take Birmingham?
You will normally be notified of the outcome of your review by email within 56 days of receipt by the Council.
How many candidates get shortlisted?
The shortlist for an interview usually includes 10 to 20 candidates, but this can vary depending on the type of position you are hiring for. Companies with more resources may have much larger shortlists because they can afford to spend more time interviewing people in-person.
Is being shortlisted a good thing?
It does not mean that you got the job. Instead, being shortlisted means you’ve made it through the initial screening process, and the company is interested in speaking to you further about your skills, expertise and character.
How is shortlisting done?
How should you shortlist candidates?
- Decide how many candidates you want to interview.
- Make lists of your essential and desirable criteria.
- Shortlisting stage 1: essential criteria.
- Shortlisting stage 2: desirable criteria.
- Consider other eliminating factors.
- Notify the unsuccessful candidates.
How many points do you need to bid on a house?
120 points
If you have applied for council housing and have 120 points or more, you can bid for council and housing association properties.
Why does my bidding position change?
Your bidding position will change if more people bid for the same property after you have placed your bid or if the property is mobility category 3.
What does your queue position mean on council bidding?
Once a bid is placed, you will be shown a queue position. This is an estimation of your current prioritisation, in regards to all other bids that have been placed. This number will change during the cycle in relation to all other bids subsequently placed.
Can you borrow money at homechoice?
Homechoice loans are Finchoice loans for buying anything from homeware to fashion and everything in between. Finchoice is a division of Homechoice Pty Ltd. Homechoice credit is solely available to Home choice customers who have a good credit rating. You could qualify up to R3,000.00 for the first purchase.
Can I get a loan from homechoice?
With 3 to 24 months to pay for your products, you can easily afford everything you love! Our easy credit terms are designed to suit your budget. With 3 to 24 months to pay for your products, you can easily afford everything you love! Start shopping!
How much does pick and pay make per month?
The average Pick n Pay monthly salary ranges from approximately R 3 000 per month for Butcher to R 14 810 per month for Store Manager. Average Pick n Pay weekly pay ranges from approximately R 350 per week for Packer to R 1 700 per week for Order Picker.
What credit score do you need to get home?
620
What’s A Good Credit Score To Buy A House? Generally speaking, you’ll need a credit score of at least 620 in order to secure a loan to buy a house. That’s the minimum credit score requirement most lenders have for a conventional loan.
How do I increase my homechoice credit limit?
Yes, if your salary increases or you pay off other credit accounts and have more disposable income, you could qualify for more credit. Just contact our call centre on 0861 466 3240861 466 324 (South Africa) or +27 21 680 1300+27 21 680 1300 (outside South Africa) for a quick credit limit check.