Hodge extends offering to retirement market

Julian Hodge Bank says it has taken the decision to improve its offering to IFAs and the over 50s following the success of Hodge Equity Release. As well as offering its existing range of equity release products, Hodge Lifetime will also feature pension annuities and plans. In time, the firm will also offer insurance and savings plans for those aged over 50. Hodge Lifetime’s managing director, Jon King, says: “Hodge has over 40 years of experience within the equity release market and has been providing annuities since 1965. “Over this time Hodge has gained a very strong reputation for se...