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How much could you borrow? Free Equity Release Calculator.
How much could you unlock from your home with an Equity Release plan? Use our free calculator to estimate the equity you could access as a cash lump sum.
When can I retire and what is the Great Retirement?
If you have been keeping an eye on the media recently, you will no doubt have heard about ‘the Great Retirement’. What does this phrase mean and when can you retire?
Can I sell my home or move house if I have equity release?
Is it possible to sell your house or move home with equity release? Yes, many lenders allow you to sell your home, as long as it meets their strict criteria.
Can I lose my house with equity release?
Can you lose your house with equity release? The short answer is no, providing you abide by the contract. The long answer though, is a little more complicated.
Is it better to release equity or remortgage?
We are often asked if equity release or a remortgage is the best option. This article outlines the benefits and drawbacks of lifetime mortgages and remortgages.
What's the catch with equity release and is it a scam?
In a poll about Equity Release, the results were a 50:50 split between it being a useful way to release cash & to avoid it altogether. Is equity release a scam?
How does equity release affect state benefits?
Equity Release is a big decision and, while the money allows you to stay in your home, it can affect your eligibility for means-tested state benefits.
What is equity release and how does equity release work?
Equity release enables homeowners over 55 to access tax-free money that is tied up in the value of their property without having to move home or downsize.
The Financial Vulnerability Taskforce and its Charter.
AV Trinity is proud to have signed up to the Financial Vulnerability Taskforce and its Charter. The Financial Vulnerability Taskforce is a newly created independent representative body covering the Personal Finance Sector.
What is a green mortgage? What are they and how to get one?
Homebuyers could benefit from better borrowing rates on mortgages in return for purchasing more energy efficient homes or committing to implement energy saving work within existing properties.