| Who can borrow? |
Homeowners only (the home acts as security). Owner must have a mortgage. |
Homeowners & Tenants |
| APR rates: |
Having the home as security means rates can be lower. Rate will depend
on loan size, credit status and the equity in the property. |
Rates will be higher (no security involved), but they are also affected by credit
status. |
| Speed of getting funds (approx): |
3 weeks (faster for loans over £25k as they are not regulated by 1974
Consumer Credit Act) |
1-2 weeks |
| Other: |
Loan value cannot exceed House value minus mortgage outstanding |
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