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So you accuse the OP of lying because you haven’t understood.Based on the figures quoted, it was obvious:
And now I've highlighted the inaccuracies, the anecdote is being further elucidated to meet the desired result.
Perhaps the omitted details could have been better explained at the outset.
A friend has taken some Equity Release in their home, but the amount payable to regain that equity is nearly double the original Equity Release value, not 50% of the current worth of the asset.
With a Lifetime Mortgage scheme, the accumulated interest on £30 over 25 years could result in £25k to £45k owing on the sale of the house.
That nearly aligns with £50k being paid on £30k Equity Release via a Lifetime Mortgage scheme.
Shared equity on a multiple with a release fee.
1000s of victims just like the one @Mottie knows