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bit of advice needed, want to remortgage.

Hi guys, i took out my mortgage about 4 years ago, i have an abbey 3 year stepped discount which is now just at the normal rate. I want to remortgage at a higher value to get a lower rate possibly and also to get some money for home improvements.

Sorry if i sound abit thick, but How easy is this to do?
Waddle you do eh?

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  • payless
    payless Posts: 6,957 Forumite
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    all things being equal it should be fairly straighforward

    check Abbey fees for leaving ( ensure no remaining/ overhang Early repayment/ redemption fee)

    Ask if they will give a new deal / compare with open market
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  • herbiesjp
    herbiesjp Posts: 8,499 Forumite
    Should be easy as long as your income is sufficient to justify the loan , and you are comfortable with the affordability.

    Have word with Abbey first to see what they have to offer, and then compare with what else is on the market.
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