Am I eligible for an equity release mortgage?

If you’re aged over 55 and own your own home, you could apply for an equity release mortgage. However, you should be aware of the requirements you’ll need to fulfil to be eligible.

Your eligibility depends on several factors, including:

Am I eligible for an equity release mortgage?

How does equity release work?

You can release equity in one lump sum, or over several instalments if you’d prefer to receive payment over time. However, you will pay interest on each of the smaller sums.

Before releasing equity from your home, it’s important to receive professional advice from a financial advisor so you fully understand the process and can decide if it’s right for you.

How does equity release work?
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How does equity release work?

You can release equity in one lump sum, or over several instalments if you’d prefer to receive payment over time. However, you will pay interest on each of the smaller sums.

Before releasing equity from your home, it’s important to receive professional advice from a financial advisor so you fully understand the process and can decide if it’s right for you.

How does equity release work?

Types of home equity release

There are two different types of equity release for your property - lifetime and home reversion. Each has its own features, benefits and things to be aware of. Read more about equity release.

Lifetime Mortgage

Releasing equity as a lump sum is a form of lifetime mortgage agreement. You’ll usually receive your finances in one go. However, this arrangement also comes with compound interest. This means the outstanding balance can grow larger than it would with other kinds of loan.

You may choose a lump sum equity release, as payments don’t need to be made until the house is sold, although some options may allow you to make repayments rather than let the interest roll up.

Home reversion plan

A home reversion equity release plan allows you to sell either the entirety or a portion of your property at a below market value. The home reversion plan is generally only available to homeowners aged 65 and over.

You can either receive the funds in a lump sum or through regular payments. After the sale, you’ll then be able to live in the house rent-free. At the end of the plan, your property is sold and the sale proceeds are shared according to the remaining proportions of ownership.

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Pros and cons of home equity release

As with all types of remortgage, equity release has its benefits and drawbacks, so there are some things to take into account before you apply. For many, it can be an effective way to borrow, but it’s important to consider whether it’s right for you.

Benefits of equity release include:

As with any financial decision, it’s important to be aware of the disadvantages before making any commitments. These can include:

Pros and cons of home equity release

Applying for home equity release

When it comes to drawing an equity release mortgage, there are a lot of financial aspects to consider. We want to make it easy for you to find out what you need to know.

Once you have decided how much you want to borrow, you can use our online application to apply. We can then put you in touch with one of our specialist providers, who will work with you to decide whether an equity release scheme meets your needs and circumstances.

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What can I use an equity release for?

You can use a an equity release remortgage for any purpose, but your lender might want to know what your intentions are. People tend to apply with a specific, large project in mind, such as:

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Home improvements

Borrow to raise the funds for the materials you need to redecorate, or build an extension.

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Purchasing a car

Car purchase loans can be cheaper than dealership finance plans, with rates available to suit your requirements.

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Debt consolidation

Save on fees and hassle by clearing other existing debts, in favour of a single monthly repayment, with a debt consolidation loan.

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Starting a business

Give your start-up a boost or grow your customer base. Business loans can help give you the edge over your competitors.

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ’s

Releasing equity from your home is a big financial decision, so it’s important to be aware of every factor involved. Here are some of the most common queries around equity release.

The amount you can borrow varies depending on your provider and circumstances. Some lenders allow you to release up to 60% of your property’s value.

Your repayment terms will depend on the type of deal you agree. Although most don’t feature a monthly repayment plan, some drawdown mortgages allow you to cover the cost of the interest if you wish.

Yes, you will need to have your property valued during the application process.

Lenders may charge fees for the application process to cover the costs of setting up the application and any legal requirements. With Norton, our commission comes from the lender once your equity release loan is drawn down.