Green mortgages explained

So, what are green mortgages?   Green mortgages come in many different forms, but all aim to incentivise buyers in the purchase of energy efficient homes or make energy-related improvements.   Through increased innovation and rising environmental awareness, green mortgage products are being launched at an ever-increasing rate to incorporate important factors such as decarbonisation, EPC ratings and retrofitting. With this in mind, the latest episode of the award-winning Barclays Mortgage Insider Podcast sees host and property expert Phil Spencer joined by Kieran Campbell, head of sustainability & customer experience at London and Country and Rachael Hunnisett, associate director for built environment at the Green Finance Institute to help break down exactly how green mortgages work, who can get one, how they are financed and what brokers need to know about them. The discussion also explores the history of the sector, how brokers can help stimulate demand, the nuances connected with green finance, the state of the current green mortgage market and what the future might look like. In short, the green mortgage is here to stay and it should be heralded as a good thing. And, as a rapidly evolving area of the mortgage market, it’s imperative for brokers to stay informed about its potential benefits. We hope this episode helps arm you with the information required to provide your clients with valued insights into this fascinating sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.