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morgage with a reserve

I really need your advice our house is in desprate need of new windows and front door.The back of the house is fine it is just one bedroom ,i would like a bay at the front and front door with two side panels .

The morgage which we have is fixed for 2 years but at the time they said we could borrow an extra £3500 we have not used this so it is in what they call RESERVE where we can take this money anytime in the next 12 months.

My dilema is we are on a tight budget but we do need the windows done .I do not know if anyone can advice on whether the windows and door would cost £3500 hopefully less.I am thinking this extra reserve which we borrow would be on a variable rate ,would this amount alter our monthly payments greatly ?

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  • JoeK_3
    JoeK_3 Posts: 1,374 Forumite
    Why not contact a number of local double glazing companies and ask them to give you quotes.

    Contact your lender and ask them what the extra £3,500 would cost per month.

    JoeK
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