Life has a habit of throwing up financial challenges – some are planned, such as maternity leave or a career break; others are unexpected, such as an accident or illness.
Whatever the reason, you can ask your lender to hit pause on your mortgage repayments, or reduce the amount you pay for an agreed period, usually between three months and a year.
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