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  • not essential - as long as the ‘value’ in the property exceeds the ltv requirement for the product he’s after he can increase his borrowing.

  • Well he might have a problem increasing his mortgage or getting a further advance, if say, he has a house somewhere like county Durham, where the house might be worth significantly less than he paid for it 12 years ago.

    If I were him I'd speak to a broker to make sure he is approaching the right lender which will give him the minimum of hassle.

  • Broker is unlikely to suggest the existing lender who will probably give you the least hassle - should you qualify. They can tell you if you do with a quick phone call.

    But yeah it’s good to shop around, but I’d have thought that was a given.

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