Taking extended breaks during the Winter has always been popular due to the enticing 'off-peak' prices and the opportunity to avoid high home utility bills. Additionally, there are health advantages to spending time in warm and sunny destinations, such as more chances for outdoor exercise, access to nutritious food, and an enhanced overall sense [...]
Mr and Mrs Edwards are both in their late 60s, they have their only daughter Rebecca who has a son of her own called Michael. Michael, Mr and Mrs Edwards grandson, has recently finished his degree and started full time employment as an accountant. His girlfriend has recently fallen pregnant, so Michael is desperate [...]
In a world where energy bills are rising faster than ever, finding ways to make your home more energy-efficient has become a priority for homeowners. The good news is that a lifetime mortgage can provide a unique opportunity to not only enhance your property's energy efficiency but also improve your overall quality of life. [...]
Retirement is meant to be a time to relax and enjoy after years of hard work. However, for many, the burden of bills and financial responsibilities, especially at the moment, can overshadow this golden period of life. Fortunately, there is a solution that offers financial relief without the need to downsize or cut back [...]
People over the age of 50 often find it difficult to get a mortgage because many lenders will not take future income, such as pensions, into account. But some lenders do, in particular those who offer retirement interest-only mortgages (RIOs). Later life borrowers who find they cannot get a mainstream mortgage, often turn first [...]
Interest-only mortgages are a type of mortgage where the borrower only pays the interest on the loan, and not the capital. This means that at the end of the mortgage term, the borrower still owes the original amount borrowed. In the 1990s, there was a boom in interest-only mortgages, and many homeowners who [...]
Equity release has gained popularity among homeowners who are in their retirement years and wish to access the equity in their home without having to sell it. The cost of living continues to increase, and inflation has hit double digits, making equity release a valuable solution for supplementing retirement income. According to a recent [...]
As we approach the winter months, it inevitably gets colder and we’re all looking for ways to keep warm. But putting the heating on or using our electric to keep toasty is coming with significantly higher bills and many are struggling to afford the huge increases so what other options are there? For the [...]
People over the age of 50 often find it difficult to get a mortgage because many lenders will not take future income, such as pensions, into account. But some lenders do, in particular those who offer retirement interest-only mortgages (RIOs). Later life borrowers who find they cannot get a mainstream mortgage, often turn first [...]
While many of us may have become incensed by or frustrated with our spouses during the last two years’ increased time at home, many have also felt the need to file for divorce. In fact, the latest ONS data has revealed that in the over 65s, there has been a 46%* Year on [...]
