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Endowment cash-in. Where can I find info?

I Have 4 endowments in various stages. All are in the last 5-10 yrs of term. All are under performing. I don't need them for mortgage or life insurance any-more.

Is there a web site that will let me calculate an estimated cash-in v's keeping them value?

I bought them for mortgages in the early 90's but converted to a repayment offset mortgage currently at 2.5% around 5yrs ago when they looked like failing to cover the planned amount.

Thanks for your advice.

Doc

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  • wymondham
    wymondham Posts: 6,356 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic Mortgage-free Glee!
    You'll need to get in contact with the provider of these I would imagine, to give you a surrender value?
  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 121,283 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Is there a web site that will let me calculate an estimated cash-in v's keeping them value?

    No.

    You need to ask the provider for details.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
  • doccrow
    doccrow Posts: 7 Forumite
    I have had an offer for one of the policies approx £10,000.

    I am a higher rate tax payer, If I keep the endowment until maturity I understand I will pay no tax on the payout.
    If I accept their offer am I liable for tax at 40% on the £10,000?
    I estimate I've paid in just less than £9200 over the 17 yrs so far

    Doc
  • McKneff
    McKneff Posts: 38,857 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    Dont forget you also have life insurance cover with these policies.
    make the most of it, we are only here for the weekend.
    and we will never, ever return.
  • doccrow
    doccrow Posts: 7 Forumite
    I know, our circumstances have changed to life assurance isn't so important now.

    Doc
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