Thinking outside the piggy bank
Tapping into your pension or property
If you are a homeowner you may be able to sneak a hand into the piggy bank of your house by releasing funds through remortgaging. And for those fabulous folks who are over 55, it could be an option to take an early dip into your pension pot to fund the purchase of your holiday home.
The first 25% of your pension can be taken tax free, but you will need to check that your scheme allows you early access to the funds. Should you need to access more than 25% it will be counted towards your annual income, so you just need to be aware that it could push you into a higher tax bracket.
Before you sign on the dotted line, get professional guidance:
Whether you are looking at borrowing, remortgaging or pension release as a method of paying for your holiday home we advise that you speak to a financial advisor before making any decisions to ensure that you understand the full implications.