
Under an IVA, your mortgage and any other secured payments are prioritised, which means they are budgeted for before IVA contributions are taken. Therefore your home is protected, unlike in bankruptcy.
Towards the end of your IVA, if you own property in which you have significant equity, normally, you will be expected to re-mortgage to raise some money to pay into the IVA.
Being in an IVA, your ability to obtain a mortgage may be restricted and it is likely to be on less favourable terms. If you are unable to obtain a remortgage, the IVA can be extended for up to 12 months.
We answer more questions about home ownership and IVAs than anything else, so please call us for advice of how this may impact your decision to do an IVA.
