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Death oif mortgage holder

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  • getmore4less
    getmore4less Posts: 46,882 Forumite
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    I suspect there is a mixup in communication.

    The lender saying they won't let the person take over the mortgage has become won't let them pay.
  • getmore4less
    getmore4less Posts: 46,882 Forumite
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    thorsoak wrote: »
    Legally, the building society had a contract with the mortgagee, who has since died. Therefore there is now no contract, and the outstanding balance is due to the building society. .

    I just checked my T&C and the terms say.
    You are "the borrower" any reference to you will include your successors or anyone that takes on your obligations under the Mortgage
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