14/07/2022
❓ When is the right time to re-mortgage ❓
The short answer to this is when you’d end up in a stronger position financially than previously.
To follow are some of the situations where this might be appropriate 👇:
✔ To borrow money: If you’ve built up equity, you might be able to release some funds as a lump-sum loan. Before you take this option, it is important to ensure that this is the cheapest way to borrow money.
✔ When you’ve built up equity: If your home has increased in value since you took out your mortgage, you might be eligible for lower mortgage rates. However, you may need to pay an early repayment charge to your existing lender.
✔ While interest rates are low: If you took out a mortgage when the Bank of England’s base rate of interest was higher, you might save money by re-mortgaging before the end of your current deal. Again, you need to consider any early repayment charges, and whether these would be outweighed by any savings in your repayments.
✔ When your current deal is finishing: Re-mortgaging may be a useful option, and may allow you to find a favourable interest rate.
✔ To overpay: If you’ve come into some extra money, you may wish to overpay your mortgage. Not all mortgages allow for this, and re-mortgaging might allow you to reduce the total size of your loan. Again, it is important to be aware of early repayment charges.
If you would like to discuss whether re-mortgaging would be a suitable option for your circumstances, please get in touch with me. I’d be happy to help and have access to wide range of products.
RISK WARNING: Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. There may be a fee for arranging a mortgage and the precise amount will depend on your circumstances. This will typically be no more than £500.