Lifetime equity release mortgage
Equity release explained
Equity release advice
Equity release is a form of retirement lending that enables homeowners to release cash from their homes. The money you receive is completely tax-free and can be used to fund a more comfortable retirement, clear outstanding debts or support loved ones.
To be eligible, you must be over 55 years old and own your own home. Some providers will also require your property to have a market value of at least £75,000. But most base their criteria on your age, health, and property. As professional equity advisers we can help you to discover whether equity release could be a good option for you.
Equity release advisers can help you to understand all the benefits, as well as any potential alternatives available to you. And, if you and your family agree that it is the best option for your needs, they will also manage your entire application for you. So, get in touch to arrange a meeting with one of our approved partners and discuss your options today!
Equity Release services are referred to a third party. Neither Fosters Financial Ltd nor PRIMIS are responsible for the service received.
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How does equity release work?
As an older borrower, there are two ways you can release equity in your home; a lifetime mortgage or a home reversion plan.
A lifetime equity release mortgage enables you to borrow the equity in your home by securing a loan against it. You still own the property and the amount owed is only repaid when it is sold. However, if you want to leave more equity in your home, a retirement-interest only mortgage will allow you to make repayments.
A home reversion plan on the other hand, works by selling all or part of your home below the market value for a lump cash sum, regular installments or both. You can continue to live in your home as a co-owner and will need to be over 65 years old to be eligible.
How to release equity from your home
A lifetime equity release mortgage can be a great way to boost your finances in retirement. Speak to one of our approved experts today to find out more.
Arrange consultationIs equity release a good idea?
A lifetime equity release mortgage enables you to borrow the equity in your home by securing a loan against it. You still own the property and the amount owed is only repaid when it is sold. The money you receive is completely tax-free and can be used to fund a more comfortable retirement, clear debts or support loved ones.
Is equity release safe?
All equity release schemes are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and governed by the Equity Release Council (ERC). You can remain in your home and if you or your partner die or go into a care home, the remaining partner can also continue to live in the property.
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Important things to note
Check that this mortgage will meet your needs if you want to move or sell your home or you want your family to inherit it. If you are in any doubt, seek advice.
An equity release product will reduce the value of your estate, will not be suitable for everyone and may affect your entitlement to state benefits. To understand the features and risks please ask for a personalised illustration. We charge a fixed fee of £995 which is payable on completion.
A Lifetime Mortgage will reduce the value of your estate and may affect your entitlement to means-tested benefits and tax status.
The impact of not servicing monthly interest payments on a Lifetime Mortgage is that the
outstanding debt can grow rapidly, thus reducing the value of your estate.
For example, if the interest rate was 7% a year, a £50,000 loan would double to £100,000 after 10 years assuming no repayments are made.
This is an example for illustrative purposes only and personalised advice and recommendations should be sought from a qualified professional. You are strongly advised to register a lasting
power of attorney. This will allow your affairs to be managed by somebody else if your mental abilities significantly decline.
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Equity Release services are referred to a third party. Neither Fosters Financial Ltd nor PRIMIS are responsible for the service received.
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