Why is it important to obtain a redemption figure from Lodgers Bank Ltd at an early stage prior to exchange of contracts?

• A. To ensure the sale price is high enough to repay all loans and expenses.
• B. Early Redemption Penalty dates.
• C. Lenders may vary in time taken to send.
• D. The redemption figure is optional.

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that you must know exactly how much it will take to discharge the mortgage from the sale proceeds. The redemption figure is the amount needed to repay the loan in full on the redemption date, including any interest up to that date and any penalties or fees. Getting this figure early ensures the sale price is high enough to cover repaying all loans and the related costs. If you wait until later, the amount required may change and you could end up with insufficient funds to clear the mortgage, risking the completion or forcing price adjustments. This is why obtaining the redemption figure early guards against a shortfall and keeps the transaction on track. The other points are less central: the fact there may be early redemption penalties is part of the figure, lenders’ processing times vary but aren’t the main reason to obtain it, and the figure isn’t optional.