Andy O'Connor

Equity release is a way for older homeowners to access some of the money (the equity) that is within the value of their home. If you are over the age of 55 and a homeowner, you are probably eligible to take out an equity release plan. The money you release is yours to spend on what you want. Popular choices are home improvements, repaying debts, helping children on to the property ladder or simply enjoying later life. Equity release plans have become increasingly flexible over the years and my role is using my experience to find the best plan for you from the whole of the later life lending market. I am a fully qualified CII Independent Equity Release Adviser. I am not tied to any lender will research the whole market for the be plan for you.I have been assisting financial services clients achieve their goals for over 20 years in various advisory roles including financial planning, mortgage broking and now equity release. Having worked both in the UK and Australia, I have gained much experience from many client scenarios.Moving into equity release advice was a personal decision having seen first-hand with a member of my family how it can really improve someones quality of life and financial options in retirement. Of course, after our conversation equity release may not be suitable for you, which is why I feel it is essential to get specialist advice from an adviser that has access to every lender.