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If you're waiting at the back of a long NHS queue at the moment but don't have the income or savings to fund a private operation, and you own your own home and are over 55 years of age, you may wish to consider equity release.

Equity release doesn’t just affect you, it affects your family too, which is why many of our customers choose to include their family when discussing equity release with our advisers. Whether it be through video calls, home appointments or group messages, our team strive to involve family members, so everyone can have their questions answered […]

If you set up an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) before 2007, you may be wondering whether it’s time to update it to a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA).   While EPAs are still legally valid, they have clear limitations compared to LPAs, which now represent the legal standard. Deciding whether to switch depends on your […]

When you enter retirement, your home is often your biggest asset. For many people, the property they live in has grown in value significantly over the years, and it can be tempting to unlock some of that wealth to fund home improvements, supplement retirement income, or provide financial help for family. At this stage, two […]

Are you looking for the formula to success in property investing? Use our buy-to-let guide for 2023 to spot high-yielding, profitable prime locations to stay away from risky investments. Since 2016, there has been an additional 3% stamp duty levy for anyone purchasing a second home. Therefore, a property investor will pay £9,000 more than […]

Everyone at Bower is proud to announce the planting of our 1,000th tree in the UK.  This landmark figure could only have been achieved by the support of our amazing partners at Tree Appeal who, on our behalf,  plant a tree for every new customer we work with.  A fully grown tree can absorb, on […]

For many, their home is their biggest asset and unlocking some of its value can provide extra income in retirement, funds for care costs, or money to gift to children and grandchildren. But while this can bring freedom and opportunity, it can also directly affect family members.   For some families, equity release provides a lifeline, […]

If you’re considering equity release, finding the best equity release adviser is the most important step you’ll take. The right advice ensures you understand every option, avoid common pitfalls, and make a decision that truly supports your financial future as well as your retirement goals.   At Bower Home Finance, we specialise in providing independent, whole […]

When you enter retirement, your home is often your biggest asset. For many people, the property they live in has grown in value significantly over the years, and it can be tempting to unlock some of that wealth to fund home improvements, supplement retirement income, or provide financial help for family. At this stage, two […]