Equity release in London rises
Homes in London are known for being extremely expensive, but this year house prices have shown signs of slowing down. This doesn’t mean that the houses are now affordable, but it is likely they will be more affordable in the future – and that isn’t all. Senior homeowners in London have started to unlock large […]
One significant development in the financial services industry since the financial crash of 2008 has been the indecision of the future of retirement mortgage pr...
Can you move house if you’ve taken out equity release?
Are you a homeowner and looking at retirement solutions such as equity release? If so, what are the basics that you should be aware of, and what does it mean fo...
Why more people trust equity release than ever before
Equity release has recently experienced a boom that few other markets have experienced. In 2017 it has become the fasting growing part of the mortgage market –...
A lifeline for people unable to pay interest only mortgages
Interest only mortgages may seem like a great idea at the beginning of home ownership, but there are fears that there is a large and increasing number of househ...
Stamp duty increases borrowing in retirees
A combination of high stamp duty charges and a shortage of suitable, smaller homes is forcing more and more older people to borrow money rather than downsize, a...
The launch of new buy-to-let equity release schemes from Retirement Advantage shows how this emerging financial services sector is positively looking to help in...
Using equity release to pay off mortgage
Do you have an interest-only mortgage? It is close to reaching maturity? Do you have enough money set aside to pay it off? If not, you’re not alone – it is thou...
Why returning British expats may face a property nightmare
While Brexit may well mean Brexit, nobody yet knows exactly what this will mean for thousands of people living both in the UK and in Europe. European workers, s...
Can I still leave an inheritance
For many of those contemplating an equity release plan, leaving an inheritance for their beneficiaries is one of their main concerns. Although the interest that...