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Equity Release to Help with the Cost of Living Crisis
As more people are impacted, they are looking for alternative income sources, such as equity release.
Sep 16, 20223 min read


Residential Properties - Investments for Later Life Retirement Planning
How much longer can Residential Properties be classed as just standalone assets, rather than an Investment for Later Life Retirement Plan?
Jul 20, 20223 min read


Lifetime Mortgages - The Idea of Balance
There is a difference between industry articles about lifetime mortgages, and those articles written for the public.
Apr 20, 20223 min read


Interest Only Mortgages - What Does it Really Mean to Feel Safe?
Many years ago, it was quite common to take out an interest only mortgage.
Mar 24, 20223 min read


Equity Release to Fund Holidays Triples Year on Year
Equity release is becoming more commonly used to fund holidays.
Mar 17, 20222 min read


Heating or Eating, does there have to be a choice?
If you are a homeowner and are over 55 years old, then you could consider a Lifetime Mortgage or Equity Release plan as your saviour.
Feb 28, 20223 min read


The New Equity Release Council Standards
We are delighted to see that there has been a new standard added by Equity Release Council and are incredibly happy.
Feb 14, 20222 min read


Viva Chosen by Scottish Widows
We welcome the introduction of Scottish Widows into the Lifetime Mortgage arena and shows the strength of the industry.
Jun 15, 20211 min read


How Has Equity Release Changed?
The Equity Release market was a £4bn market in 2020 and has grown dramatically over the last few years due to the flexibility introduced.
Apr 16, 20214 min read


Viva One of The Times Top Rated Equity Release Advisers from VouchedFor
If you are looking for equity release advice, you need look no further than Viva Retirement Solutions, as featured in The Times (9.9.21).
Apr 12, 20212 min read


Research reveals shifting priorities for aging equity release customers
Research shows that in the 55-64 aged group, 29% put their equity release funds towards paying off their mortgage.
Mar 12, 20211 min read


Five equity release myths debunked: Could your home help you have a richer retirement?
Increasing numbers of older borrowers are turning to equity release to clear debts and fund home renovations and it could be cheaper and mor
Nov 20, 20204 min read


Our Competitive Fees Make the News
It is especially pleasing to see this picked up by The Telegraph, who recognise our award winning, competitive offering.
Oct 5, 20201 min read


Is now a good time to remortgage your equity release?
Over the past four years the average equity release rate has fallen by 1.14% so that it is now on average cheaper to take out equity release
Sep 21, 20202 min read


‘Sandwich generation’ now more open to equity release post-Covid
20% of those considering equity release say that Covid-19’s impact on their broader family’s finances has meant they are likely to take it.
Aug 17, 20202 min read


The future of retirement interest only
When Retirement Interest Only Mortgages (RIOs) were launched in 2018 to great fanfare, they promised to be the answer to the plight of many.
Jul 24, 20205 min read


Later Life Lending to Support Businesses
As we continue to offer nationwide equity release and lifetime mortgage advice during Coronavirus lockdown.
May 28, 20201 min read


Viva Goes the Extra Mile
If you are looking for an equity release advisor who will go the extra mile for you and not give up, please contact us.
May 20, 20203 min read


Should you use your home to help out loved ones? Coronavirus drives more to use Equity Release
Rising numbers of older homeowners are resorting to equity release to help out loved ones during the coronavirus crisis.
May 14, 20203 min read


Mortgage Re-Finance Help
During this difficult period of lockdown, we have found it really helpful to share stories of how we have assisted our clients.
Apr 27, 20201 min read
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