Equity release guides

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Is equity release a good idea for you?

Although the market now offers greater flexibility, more choice and competitive rates, myths around equity release remain. Here we set the record straight and explain how equity release can help boost your finances.

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Home reversion plans explained

If you’re a property owner in later life, you’ve probably seen the value of your home go up. You might want to boost your retirement income by releasing some of that equity without moving house. Home reversion schemes and lifetime mortgages are two ways you can do that.

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The Bank of Mum and Dad (BoMaD)

The Bank of Mum and Dad is a way in which children are financially supported by their parents, or helped to get on the property ladder.

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How to consolidate debt

Debt consolidation allows you to combine all existing debts into one loan. Learn how.

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What is a Flexible Lifetime Mortgage?

Learn about Flexible Lifetime Mortgages, how our Interest Roll Up Lifetime Mortgage works and what the money released can be used for.

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How much equity can I release?

Learn about how much equity you can release from your home and discover all you need to know about equity release.

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Downsize or equity release?

Here are some of the things to think about if you’re considering downsizing, or taking out a lifetime mortgage, a form of equity release.

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Types of equity release

It's important to be aware of the different types of equity release available before deciding which is best for you. Learn about all your options here.

Our research

Our latest research shows how Bank of Family lending in 2023 has provided more money than ever before to help family members get on the property ladder.

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