Equity Release in Retirement Planning: The Option Too Many Homeowners Are Ignoring
Recent research from Canada Life has highlighted a major disconnect in UK retirement planning — and it’s one I see regularly in real client conversations.
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Equity Release in Q3 2025: What the Latest ERC Figures Tell Us About Later-Life Planning
Correct as of: Q3 2025 Equity Release Council dataThis is a lifetime mortgage. To understand the features and risks, please ask for a personalised illustration.
Unlocking Property Wealth: Why More Over-55s Are Turning to Equity Release
Homeowners over 55 are increasingly turning to their biggest asset – their home – to support family, boost retirement income, and reduce inheritance tax (IHT).
How We Helped a Couple Enjoy Retirement with Equity Release
After more than 40 years in their family home, a couple came to us looking for a way to enjoy retirement without financial stress. They
Lifetime Mortgages vs Protected Property Trusts: Can You Have Your Cake and Eat It?
Both can be smart financial planning tools — but together? Not always. Here’s what you need to know before one unravels the other. When it
How Much Equity Can You Release? Factors That Affect Your Lifetime Mortgage
As people reach retirement age, many consider unlocking the wealth tied up in their homes to support their later years. A lifetime mortgage is a
What is a Lifetime Mortgage?
We spend a lot of time talking about Equity Release, and quite often, what we are specifically talking about is a Lifetime Mortgage. But what
What Exactly Is Later Life Lending?
When it comes to mortgages, we talk quite a lot about later life lending options. That isn’t just because we enjoy working with older clients,
Equity Release Has Evolved – Here’s What’s Changed
What Is Equity Release Equity release is the broad term for a family of financial products, all of which allow you to release the equity
Equity Release 101
Your home is probably your most financially important asset. Once you’ve paid off that mortgage, however, that property represents a large amount of tied up