Stay in the Home You Love — Without Moving
New data shows a sharp rise in older homeowners using equity release to help family and friends—especially through gifting. Between H1 2024 and H1 2025, the share of lifetime mortgage applications citing gifting rose from 13% to 22%. Day-to-day living costs and emergency funds also climbed, while home improvements overtook mortgage repayment as the top reason overall. We explain what’s driving the trend, what to consider, and how we can help you weigh up your options.
Retirement Planning: 3 Takeaways from Fidelity’s Coverage — and Where Equity Release Fits
Fidelity’s latest personal-finance insights spotlight longer retirements, blending annuities with drawdown, IHT watchpoints, and the role of cash. We explain where equity release may (or may not) fit—covering benefits, risks (compounding interest, ERCs, benefits impact) and alternatives. Information only; investments can fall and equity release reduces your estate.
From home to help: the surge in equity release for family support
New data shows a sharp rise in older homeowners using equity release to help family and friends—especially through gifting. Between H1 2024 and H1 2025, the share of lifetime mortgage applications citing gifting rose from 13% to 22%. Day-to-day living costs and emergency funds also climbed, while home improvements overtook mortgage repayment as the top reason overall. We explain what’s driving the trend, what to consider, and how we can help you weigh up your options.
What the Latest Housing-Market Signals Mean for Over-55s Considering Equity Release
Guardian-reported housing data is mixed. We unpack what that means for over-55s: how valuations and rates affect lifetime mortgages, the pros and cons (compounding interest, benefit impacts and ERCs), and alternatives such as downsizing or RIO. Equity release reduces your estate.
What A Softer House Price Could Mean for Retirees Considering Equity Release
With annual house price growth softening, many retirees are asking what this means for their financial future. At Retirement Solutions, we explore how today’s property market could influence equity release options and why acting sooner may help secure more from your home’s value.
A Guide to the New ‘Omni’ Lifetime Mortgage from more2life
We can now offer our clients a new lifetime mortgage called Omni, from the specialist lender more2life. Designed to offer greater flexibility, higher borrowing amounts, and broader lending criteria for a range of property types, it’s a significant new option in the later-life lending market. Read our guide to understand its features, the important considerations like the impact on your estate, and to find out whether it could be a suitable option for you.
Feeling Like a “Mortgage Prisoner”? How Equity Release Could Help
Many UK homeowners aged 55+ are stuck with high-interest mortgages they can’t switch—known as mortgage prisoners. This blog explores how equity release could offer a way out by repaying your current mortgage, while also outlining the key risks involved. Discover if a lifetime mortgage could work for your circumstances.
How Equity Release Can Fund Home Renovations
Equity release can help homeowners aged 55+ unlock tax-free cash to fund home improvements—without selling or moving. From updating kitchens to improving accessibility, it offers a way to enjoy upgrades now. Learn how it works, the benefits, and the risks to consider before making your decision.
Equity Release Could Be Right For You As House Prices Keep Climbing
UK house prices are on the rise, and for homeowners aged 55+, this could unlock greater potential through equity release. Learn how increasing property values can boost your available funds, the benefits, and the key risks to consider before making your decision.
How Safe is Equity Release
Equity release could unlock financial flexibility at 55+, but is it safe? This article examines the protections and risks—such as interest compounding, impact on benefits, and estate value—and outlines how regulation and adviser support aim to keep you protected.
How much does equity release cost
Equity release can offer financial freedom in later life, but what are the real costs involved? This guide breaks down the fees, interest rates, and optional extras you need to consider — so you can make an informed decision with no surprises down the line.
How long does Equity Release Take?
Wondering how long equity release takes from start to finish? This article explains the full timeline — from initial enquiry to receiving your funds — and outlines the key factors that may speed up or delay your application. Whether you’re planning for home improvements, repaying debts, or boosting retirement income, understanding the process can help you move forward with confidence.
