Wedding and Honeymoon Funded via Second Charge in the South West
£38,000 · 8 years · 7.20% fixed. A couple in Devon were planning a wedding and honeymoon with a combined budget of £38,000.
The Client
Couple
The Challenge
A couple in Devon were planning a wedding and honeymoon with a combined budget of £38,000. Personal loans were available but at rates of 9--12%. Their home had sufficient equity and their existing mortgage was on a favourable fixed rate with two years remaining. A second charge offered a materially cheaper solution.
Our Solution
Doulton placed a £38,000 second charge over eight years. The monthly repayment was significantly below the personal loan alternative. First charge consent was obtained without difficulty. The couple's combined income comfortably supported both charges.
The Outcome
Wedding and honeymoon fully funded. Monthly cost £95 below the personal loan alternative. First charge rate preserved. The couple plan to remortgage both charges together into a single first charge in two years when the current fixed term expires. Key highlights: £95 per month cheaper than personal loan alternative; First charge fixed rate preserved; Clear exit plan - single remortgage in 2 years when fixed rate expires.