First-time buyer schemes that could give you up to 50% discount on your ideal home – check if you’re eligible

THOUSANDS of Brits across the UK are eligible to receive up to 50% off their first home – but may not even realise it.

With house prices steadily rising again, it’s more important than ever that first time buyers take advantage of whatever support is available to help them get on the housing ladder.

Yet, thousands of young people could be missing out because they simply don’t realise they’re eligible.