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release from fixed term mortgage

We are in a fixed term mortgage for another 18ths, however the rate is £800 a month, the house is in negative equity, we are struggling to pay mortgage and would love t move to a lower rate, can we get out of fixed term?

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  • BoGoF
    BoGoF Posts: 7,098 Forumite
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    Without repaying the ERC, highly unlikely.

    What's your current rate?
  • Caz3121
    Caz3121 Posts: 15,912 Forumite
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    you may also find it difficult to get another mortgage offer whilst you have no equity
  • beecher2
    beecher2 Posts: 3,677 Forumite
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    Your only option would be to pay the Early Repayment Charge and see if your present lender would offer you a new rate. I'd advise going over to the Debt Free Wannabee forums for help with your budget - maybe you could take in a lodger to help pay the mortgage?
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