When considering mortgage alternatives, most people will simply look at the interest rate at the start of the loan and make a decision based on the lowest interest rate. This is understandable - but a big mistake.
If all else was equal, this would be the obvious solution. But if there is one thing in the mortgage market on which we can be certain, it’s that all things are almost never equal! So what do we need to look out for and why? Here are a few ideas;
For these and many other reasons, it’s important to have a full understanding of all the relevant terms included in each mortgage offer if you are going to be able to properly consider which mortgage is best for you. At Mortgage Required we know this and we have the tools and experience to guide you through this potential minefield unscathed...
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Every Friday our experts search the market for the latest rates from every lender saving our clients some serious £'s!
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Put simply, Equity Release is where you can release equity (money) tied up in your home for any purpose you like. In this short article, we share some reasons why you may want to consider Equity Release.