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What is a Retirement Interest-Only Mortgage?

A retirement interest-only mortgage is designed for borrowers aged 55 and over who want a long-term mortgage solution without repaying the full balance each month.

You only make monthly interest payments, keeping costs predictable while retaining full ownership of your home.

The mortgage continues for as long as you live in the property, only coming to an end when you pass away or move into long-term care.

At that point, the loan is usually repaid through the sale of the property.

This type of mortgage can be used for different needs such as paying off an existing deal, moving home, or raising funds in retirement without the pressure of a fixed term.

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How Does a Retirement Interest-Only Mortgage Work?

With this type of mortgage, you pay just the interest each month, so the balance stays the same over time.

Lenders will check that you have a reliable income to cover these payments, often looking at pensions, savings, or other retirement income.

The flexibility comes from knowing there’s no set end date.

The mortgage carries on until you leave the property permanently, which takes away the stress of remortgaging later in life.

You can use a retirement interest-only mortgage to purchase a new home, replace an existing mortgage, or release funds from your property without needing to downsize.

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Are Retirement Interest-Only Mortgages a Good Idea?

For many homeowners, these mortgages offer a way to stay in their home and keep monthly payments affordable in retirement.

They’re particularly useful if you have equity but a lower income, as the focus is only on meeting the interest each month.

They aren’t always the cheapest form of borrowing, so it’s worth considering the alternatives too.

If you qualify for a standard repayment mortgage, that may save money long term.

If you’d rather avoid monthly payments altogether, equity release products might be better suited.

A retirement interest-only mortgage is often chosen for the stability it provides, lasting for the rest of your time in the property and reducing the need for frequent changes.

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Important information

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The fee is up to 1% but a typical fee is £1295.

You should always think carefully before securing a loan against your property.

A lifetime mortgage will reduce the value of your estate and may affect your entitlement to means tested benefits.

Clearing existing mortgage with a lifetime mortgage may result in higher cost of borrowing.

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