Unlock Tax-Free Cash From Your Home With Expert Equity Release Advice

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Which best describes your situation?

OK, so you're looking at Equity Release (Lifetime) Mortgage options. Let's find out how much you could be eligible for.

Firstly, can you please confirm if you are a homeowner?

Do you have a mortgage on your property?

Who is your current mortgage lender?

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In order to get an equity release mortgage, your mortgage will need to be repaid in full. How much is outstanding on your mortgage?

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Is your property solely or jointly owned?

What is your current age?

You must be 55 or over to be eligible for equity release.

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What is the age of the youngest owner of your home?

Both applicants must be 55 or over to be eligible for equity release.

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Aside from your mortgage, how much extra money are you looking to raise?

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What are you raising the additional capital for?

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What type of property do you own?

What is the tenure of your property?

Is the property in a standard residential area?

Is the property of standard construction?

Is the property in good condition and ready for normal sale on the open market?

Is it a studio flat?

What is the approximate internal floor area?

What is the approximate remaining lease term?

Are there any high service charges, event fees, resale fees or exit fees?

Are there any known title issues, restrictions, or unusual legal arrangements?

Does the property have any flying freehold element?

Is there any restriction on who can occupy the property?

Are there any resale restrictions, management fees or event fees?

Is the property near commercial premises such as shops, pubs, takeaways, garages or warehouses?

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Does the property have a thatched roof?

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Is the property a listed building?

What type of listing is it, if known?

Does the property have an annexe, separate accommodation or outbuilding used for living purposes?

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Does it have a separate entrance?

Does the annexe have separate services or utilities?

Does the annexe have separate council tax?

Does the annexe have a separate title?

Who occupies the annexe?

Has the property ever been affected by flooding?

Is the property in a known flood-risk area?

Is the property near pylons, substations, high-voltage power lines, or other significant infrastructure?

Is the property ever used for short-term letting, holiday letting or Airbnb?

Is anyone living at the property other than the owners/applicants?

Who else lives at the property?

Does the property need major repairs or structural works?

Are there any of the following issues with the property?

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Is the property any of the following?

How is the property used?

Is any part of the land or grounds used for commercial purposes?

Was the steel frame construction built before or after 2000?

Approximately what percentage of the external walls are single skin construction (under 225mm)?

Approximately how old is the property?

Does the property have a recognised new build warranty (e.g. NHBC Buildmark, LABC, Premier Guarantee)?

How many floors does the building have in total?

What floor is your flat on?

Is there a working lift in the building?

How many annexes does the property have?

Has the property ever been underpinned?

How would you describe the structural movement?

Is there anything that might prevent a valuer from being able to carry out a full inspection of the property?

For example, excessive clutter, hoarding, or restricted access.

Property Referral Notice

Based on the information you have provided, your property may be unlikely to meet the security requirements for a typical equity release mortgage.

This does not always mean that no options are available, but it does suggest that this type of lending may be difficult on the property as described.

If you would like, you can still submit your enquiry and one of our advisers will review the details to confirm whether any lenders may be able to consider it, or whether there may be other routes worth exploring.

We're Sorry β€” Your Property is Unlikely to be Deemed Suitable for an Equity Release Mortgage

Based on the information you have provided, your property is not suitable security for an equity release mortgage.

Equity release lenders have strict property requirements, and the details you have entered fall outside what is normally accepted.

As things stand, we would not expect this property to be eligible for an equity release application. If any of the information provided is incorrect, you can go back and amend your answers.

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OK, so now you've seen an indication of what may be possible. The next step is to share a few personal details so we can review your circumstances properly.

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What Happens Next?

Thank you for your enquiry. One of our later life lending specialists will be in touch shortly to discuss your circumstances, answer any initial questions and help you understand whether equity release could be suitable for you.

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Whether your goal is to release tax-free cash, repay an existing mortgage, improve your home, support your family or create more flexibility in retirement, we are here to guide you through the options clearly and carefully.

There is no pressure and no obligation β€” just expert advice to help you decide what is right for you. We look forward to discussing your options in detail.

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Thinking about equity release? We're here to help.

Charwin is a specialist UK equity release broker helping homeowners aged 55 and over explore lifetime mortgage options with confidence. Whether you want to release tax-free cash, repay an existing mortgage, support family, or improve your retirement finances, we can help you understand what may be possible.

Use our equity release calculator to check your options, see how much you could release, and take the first step towards expert lifetime mortgage advice.

Why Choose Charwin for Equity Release?

Specialist Equity Release Advice You Can Trust

Equity release is a major financial decision, which is why our later life lending advisers guide you carefully through every stage with clear, thoughtful and specialist advice.

Unlock Tax-Free Cash Without Moving Home

Release money tied up in your property while continuing to live in the home you know and love, giving you greater financial freedom without the upheaval of moving.

Tailored Lifetime Mortgage Solutions

Whether you want to repay an existing mortgage, improve your home, support family or create more flexibility in retirement, we help you find a solution built around your goals.

No Pressure, Just Clear Guidance

We believe good advice should feel reassuring, not pushy. That means honest explanations, straightforward conversations and the time to make the right decision for you.

Designed Around Your Future Plans

We look beyond the immediate need for cash and consider your wider plans, priorities and long-term objectives so any recommendation fits your future as well as your present.

A Simpler Way To Access The Value In Your Home

Later life lending can seem complex, but we make it easier to understand with clear guidance, carefully explained options and support from start to finish.

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A lifetime mortgage is a loan secured against your home. Equity release will reduce the value of your estate and may affect your entitlement to means-tested benefits. You should consider alternatives before proceeding.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or debt secured on it.

Frequently Asked Questions

A lifetime mortgage is the most common type of equity release. It allows homeowners aged 55 and over to unlock tax-free cash from their property while continuing to own and live in their home. The loan is secured against your property and is usually repaid when the last remaining borrower passes away or moves into long-term care.
Yes, absolutely. With a lifetime mortgage, you remain the legal owner of your property throughout. That is one of the reasons many homeowners find equity release attractive β€” it allows you to access value tied up in your home without having to sell it or move out.
Equity release is generally available to homeowners aged 55 or over who own a property in the UK. The amount available and the products suitable for you will depend on factors such as your age, property value and the lender's criteria.
The amount you may be able to release depends mainly on your age and the value of your home. In some cases, lenders may also take account of health or lifestyle factors. Our Equity Release Calculator is designed to give you a quick, simple indication of how much you may be able to borrow.
Not necessarily. Many lifetime mortgages do not require monthly repayments. Some plans do allow voluntary repayments or interest payments if you want greater control over the balance over time. We will explain the differences clearly and help you understand which approach may suit you best.
When arranged properly with expert advice, equity release can be a safe and appropriate solution for the right person. Our role is to help you understand whether it is suitable, what alternatives exist, and what the long-term implications may be. Many plans also include the right to remain in your home for life, subject to the terms of the plan.
In many cases, yes. A large number of lifetime mortgages are portable, which means they may be transferred to another suitable property in the future, subject to lender approval and criteria.
It can do, which is why careful advice is so important. Equity release should always be looked at in the context of your wider plans, priorities and family circumstances. We take time to understand what you want to achieve and how important preserving value in your home may be to you.
Yes, it can in some cases. Many homeowners use equity release to repay an existing mortgage, reduce monthly outgoings, or improve their overall financial position in retirement. Whether this is the right route depends on your circumstances.
Any costs will be explained clearly and transparently before you make a decision. Depending on the product and your circumstances, there may be adviser fees, lender fees, legal fees and valuation costs. We will make sure you understand everything fully.
The money released is normally tax-free because it is borrowed rather than earned. However, depending on your circumstances and what you do with the funds, equity release can affect entitlement to certain means-tested benefits. This is one of the areas we look at carefully when advising.
Yes, and it is important they are considered properly. For some people, alternatives such as downsizing, retirement interest-only mortgages, using savings or restructuring existing finances may be more suitable. Good advice should begin with your needs, not a product.
Yes. Independent legal advice is required before completion, and that is an important safeguard. Your solicitor will make sure you understand the arrangement fully and are happy to proceed of your own free will.

Prefer to talk?

Speak to Charwin today for expert equity release and lifetime mortgage advice.

As a specialist broker in equity release and later life lending, we help homeowners aged 55 and over explore lifetime mortgage options with clear, careful and professional advice.

Whether you want to release tax-free cash, repay an existing mortgage, improve your home, support family or create greater financial flexibility in later life, we are here to help you understand your options properly.

We're here Monday to Thursday, 9am to 7pm, and until 4pm on Friday.

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