Can You Still Take Out Equity Release Directly with Aviva (Formerly Norwich Union)?

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Can You Still Take Out Equity Release Directly with Aviva (Formerly Norwich Union)?

After the end of June 2013, it will no longer be possible to obtain an equity release scheme from the Aviva direct team. The company has been providing equity release schemes direct for over a decade, but have made the decision that offering their services direct through their sales team no longer represents the best […]

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Why are some Equity Release Companies now using flood checks in their lending criteria?

Equity release schemes are especially designed for the over fifty fives’ age group and represent a good way to raise finance for retirement, larger purchases or inheritance planning. However, they can be a little complex to understand and many people remain confused as to why a risk of flooding can have an impact on 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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Learn How Much You Can Borrow With an Equity Release Calculator

For people of retirement age, equity release can be a great financial solution. This can be especially important when the home owner is suffering from ill health. The equity release companies are aware of the financial pressure ill health can cause and many now offer impaired life equity release scheme products. These offer a greater […]

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