Who Benefits When Aviva (Ex NU) Closes its Tied Equity Release Arm?

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Who Benefits When Aviva (Ex NU) Closes its Tied Equity Release Arm?

There are a number of parties which may benefit from the decision made by Aviva to remove their service of offering direct. These include the independent equity release brokers and advisers such as EquityRelease NU. However, the primary beneficiary should be the customers. Why would it be of benefit to customers? There are a number […]

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Why are Equity Release Interest Rates not as Low as Mainstream Mortgage Interest Rates?

Many people considering an equity release scheme often compare equity release interest rates with mainstream mortgage interest rates and are disappointed by the difference. A great number of people are dissuaded from equity release because of this reason. However, by understanding the differences between the product ranges, you will gain an understanding of why the […]

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Can I Remortgage my Existing Equity Release Plan?

For people who took out an equity release scheme several years ago, the increased competition in the industry has made the possibility of an equity release remortgage an attractive prospect. However, there are a number of factors which should be considered. Why an equity release remortgage may be a good idea There have been many […]

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How Safe are Equity Release Plans?

Many people facing retirement and looking for additional finance may have considered equity release. However, many have wondered whether equity release schemes bred consumer confidence and how safe they actually are. Regulation of the Equity Release Industry In the equity release market in the United Kingdom, all equity release schemes and products are regulated by […]

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Key Equity Release Benefits and How to Enjoy the Fruits of Your Labour

For those approaching retirement age, equity release can be an excellent way to improve lifestyle, implement debt consolidation or even financially assist family members. For many the possibility of enjoying a comfortable and relaxed retirement after working for forty years and diligently paying a mortgage, is only possible with equity release. There are a number […]

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