Homeowner accessing equity for renovations or investment

Equity Release Loans

Initio Finance broker calculating usable equity with a client

Let's put your home's equity to work.

Equity is the difference between what your property is worth and what you currently owe on it. For a lot of homeowners, that gap has grown significantly without them ever touching it. Releasing some of that equity can fund a renovation, a deposit on an investment property, a lifestyle asset or holiday, or even cover a major expense without needing to sell your property.

We start by calculating your actual usable equity by ordering valuations with multiple lenders across the board, before assessing how much sense it makes given your broader financial position. Releasing equity increases your loan amount, so we walk through the real numbers, not just what's technically available.

Whether it's funding your next investment property or a renovation that adds value to your current home, we structure the release around what you're actually trying to achieve.

How We Help

Usable Equity Assessment

We calculate exactly how much equity you can realistically access, factoring in your current loan balance, property value, and lender requirements.

Equity Release Structuring

We structure the release around what it's actually for, renovation, investment, or otherwise, so the new loan amount and terms genuinely make sense for you.

Lender Comparison

Equity release terms vary significantly between lenders. We compare using all lenders on our panel to find the option that gives you access without unnecessary cost.

Loan Repayment Calculator

See what your monthly repayments could look like based on your loan amount, interest rate and loan term.

Borrowing Capacity Calculator

Find out how much you may be able to borrow based on your income, expenses and current financial situation.

Frequently Asked

Read through our FAQ’s for added information. Have other questions? Contact our team today.

Is releasing equity the same as refinancing?

It's often done as part of a refinance, but the key difference is that you're specifically increasing your loan amount to access funds, not just changing lenders or rates.

Does releasing equity affect my ability to borrow again later?

It can, since it increases your overall debt position. We factor in your future borrowing plans before recommending how much to release.

Do I need a formal valuation to release equity?

Yes, lenders require a valuation to confirm your current property value before approving an equity release.

What can I use released equity for?

Common uses include renovations, an investment property deposit, debt consolidation, or a major expense. We structure the release around what it's actually for.

Does releasing equity increase my repayments?

Yes, releasing equity increases your loan amount and therefore your repayments. We walk through the real numbers upfront so you know exactly what to expect before proceeding.

How much equity can I actually access?

This depends on your property value, current loan balance, and lender requirements. We order valuations and calculate your realistic usable equity before recommending anything.