As most IFAS will know, there are two types of equity release; Lifetime Mortgages and Home Reversion plans. Both areregulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. By using an equity release product, a homeowner can draw a lump sum or regular smaller sums from the value of their home, while remaining in their home. Equity release can play a crucial role in retirement funding.

Attend The Knowledge Within (TKW) event to hear from Equity Release Council Chairman, David Burrowes, explain why it is crucial that those considering an equity release product should use informed advisers.

Attendees will also hear from Brethertons Partner and Head of Conveyancing, Tom Ansell, who will explain the legal anatomy of an equity release transaction from the lawyers point of view.