Typically, around four to eight weeks from application, but this will depend on a number of factors such as whether you are looking for a like-for-like deal or if you want to increase the amount you borrow. If you are just looking for a better deal for your existing property and your affordability hasn’t changed – or …
Yes. Arranging a lifetime mortgage may have an impact on the amount of inheritance tax your estate will have to pay. This is however a complex area and depends on the value of your estate, your situation as well as your personal circumstances. Please talk to us about your needs. Impartial information on inheritance tax …
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If you have been appointed as an “attorney” under either an Enduring or Lasting power of attorney, (or alternatively as a “Deputy” under a court of protection order) please speak to one of our advisers who will be happy to explain what documentation we require and guide you through the advice process.
Yes – a lifetime mortgage gives you the right to move to a suitable alternative property. There are some properties which may have restrictions based on the ability to sell the property on the open market when your plan comes to an end. Your financial adviser will be able to explain this in further detail.
We would recommend that you review your will when taking out a lifetime mortgage. You don’t normally have to alter your will but it will depend how it’s written.
Any money released from a lifetime mortgage could affect means-tested benefits such as Pension Credit and Council Tax Credit. Your state pension is not affected and neither are any benefits based on disability or health. It’s important that you discuss any implications with your financial adviser.
All of our lifetime mortgage advisers are fully qualified to provide lifetime mortgage advice and hold the Certificate in Regulated Equity Release (or equivalent) qualification. Paul our advisor holds the CeRER, CeMAP
More and more people are now considering a lifetime mortgage as part of their financial planning for retirement. However, you must ensure that you are happy with how the lifetime mortgage works and the terms and conditions associated with it. You need to understand it will impact any inheritance that you leave to your beneficiaries …
The Equity Release Council (ERC) is an organisation that was created to promote and support providers offering equity release products. The council is committed to ensuring that consumers are safeguarded and providers offer products that meet the Equity Release Councils rules and principles.
This depends on the lifetime mortgage product you decide on. With lifetime mortgages you can usually repay the amount in full but you may incur an early repayment charge. This will depend on the specific scheme, how long you’ve held the mortgage for and the reason for repayment. If the option of early repayment is …
