Equity Release and Vulnerable Customers: Closing the Gap
The financial advice industry is facing a critical challenge: underestimating customer vulnerability. Recent research highlights a stark distinction between what advisers see and the reality of their customer base, risking substandard outcomes and non-compliance with evolving regulations like Consumer Duty. At Equity Release Supermarket, we're not just acknowledging this gap; we’ve actively closed...
Later Life Lending: In it for the long run
Those approaching, or in retirement are all too aware that their retirement pots need to stretch further than ever. Recent data from the Office for National Sta...
Reducing the Risks of Equity Release: A Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners
Equity release has become an increasingly popular option for homeowners over the age of 55 who are looking to access the wealth tied up in their property, witho...
Understanding How Financial Pressures Impact Divorce: Why Planning Ahead Matters
Going through a divorce is already emotionally challenging, but financial concerns can add a layer of complexity. New research carried out by Legal & General Ho...
Legal & General Home Finance offers a Payment Term Lifetime Mortgage (PTLM) designed for homeowners aged 50 and over. This later life mortgage solution helps in...
Accessing Your Home's Potential: Bridging Finance and Equity Release for Over 55s
For homeowners aged 55 and above, navigating the property market can present unique challenges and opportunities. There are many financial options and decisions...
Navigating Your Mortgage Transition: A Guide for Over 50s Facing Rising Mortgage Payments
According to the FCA over 1.5 million mortgages will come to the end of their fixed rate deal in 2024. The Bank of England (BoE) have recently held rates at 5.2...
How Much Does It Cost To Make Your Home More Accessible in Retirement?
Getting older and moving into retirement can be a very exciting time of your life; an opportunity to truly relax and spend more time with loved ones.However, in...
How Equity Release and Inheritance tax Can Work in Tandem
So many people take pleasure from gifting or supporting family members whenever they can, and most would love to help their family with bigger ticket items such...
How equity release can help both sides with a divorce settlement
Unfortunately, divorce can happen at any time and at any age, and whilst divorce in general is on the decline, figures from the UKs Office for National Statisti...