The Help to Buy scheme is primarily a first-time buyer housing scheme. However, it’s not entirely exclusive to buyers that have never had a residential property before. In this section, the eligibility for the Help to Buy scheme will be further discussed. This is to help determine if you can qualify for the scheme. Below are answers to some of the most critical Help to Buy eligibility questions people ask. Besides being eligible for any of the first-time buyer schemes, you can learn about buying-to-let properties. This will help you to determine if they are great investments for you.