Equity Release

Equity release can allow you to sell part of your property, giving you a lump sum or a regular income, whilst still allowing you to live there until you sell the property or pass away. These are available for those aged over 55 but are more ideal for those aged 60 or over, as the amount you get depends on your age.

It is important to remember that releasing equity can mean less available for inheritance purposes, unless you pay the amount back.

Why should I Consider An Equity Release?

If you are over 55 years old and have property as an asset, and are looking to get instant disposable tax free cash, then an equity release might be for you.

It can help release cash tied up on your property, whilst keeping 100% ownership. It can be used to help fund:

• Housing repairs and renovations
• Helping your children or grandchildren financially
• Holidays
• Extra cash flow to improve financial circumstances

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible you must:

• Be aged over 55 years old
• Own a property worth over £50,000
• Have no or minimal mortgage outstanding on the property

When considering a claim, lenders will also take into account a range of factors such as the condition of your property, how long you are likely to live, and how much your property will be worth when you pass away.

The Common Types of Equity Release

There are two common types of equity release: lifetime mortgage and home reversion plan.

A lifetime mortgage allows you to borrow a one off tax free lump sum or a regular income based on the value of your home but with the added benefit of retaining 100% ownership. On this, you will pay a fixed or capped interest rate but do not make any repayments. This means that the interest will rise rapidly as the amount owed increases. The amount you borrowed plus any interest accrued will be repaid from the sale of your property or when you have passed away.

A home reversion plan is when you sell part or the property as a whole in exchange for a tax-free lump sum but at below market rate. You then live, rent free, in the property until you either pass away or move out. The amount you owe, which will be more than you borrowed, is then paid back on sale of the property.

How Our Solicitors Can Help?

The process is often complex and daunting. It is recommended that you seek legal advice when going through an equity release so that you understand the legal implications involved.

Our experienced solicitors can provide the due diligence of an equity release by going through the terms and conditions of the equity release to provide a reassuring service to alleviate any financial concerns you may have when considering an equity release, and to ensure it is the right scheme for you.

Price & Service Transparency

Monarch Solicitors provide highly competitive fees. For matters of transparency, a full personalised costs breakdown will be provided to you in our Terms of Engagement letter so that you are wary of the total potential costs associated with an equity release claim.

Contact Our Equity Release Solicitors

We would like to discuss your options directly to find out how we can help. 

Please contact our equity release team by sending an email to us at [email protected] and one of our solicitors shall call you back. Alternatively, please call our solicitors on 0330 127 8888.

Monarch Solicitors are a leading UK law firm and our award-winning Manchester solicitors, London solicitors and Birmingham solicitors offer their legal expertise nationally and internationally.

We are also able to leverage an international network spanning across Hong Kong, Turkey and Dubai to provide seamless assistance with cross-border matters relating to equity release.