Equity Release vs Downsizing Checklist
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Definition and Overview
A clear explanation of what equity release and downsizing mean, including the basic mechanics of each option.
Financial Implications
Detailed information on the financial benefits and drawbacks of equity release versus downsizing, including potential costs, savings, and long-term financial impact.
Eligibility Criteria
The requirements for qualifying for equity release schemes and considerations for downsizing, such as age restrictions, property value, and income levels.
Types of Equity Release
An overview of the different types of equity release products available, such as lifetime mortgages and home reversion plans, and their specific features.
Property Considerations
Factors to consider about your current property and potential new properties, including size, location, maintenance needs, and market value.
Lifestyle Impact
How each option might affect your lifestyle, including changes in living space, proximity to family and friends, and accessibility to amenities.
Tax and Legal Implications
Information on the tax implications and legal considerations of both equity release and downsizing, including inheritance tax, stamp duty, and changes in home ownership.
Inheritance Considerations
How each option affects the inheritance you can leave to your beneficiaries and any obligations that might come with equity release products.
Decision-Making Tools
Practical checklists, comparison tables, and questions to ask yourself or a financial advisor to help make an informed decision between equity release and downsizing.
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