Purely in Conversation - Later Life Lending with Pure Retirement

In this episode of Purely in Conversation: Later Life Lending, host Gemma Brown is joined by Dawn Evans, Equity Release Specialist at Viva Retirement Solutions. With 25 years in financial services and five and a half years specialising exclusively in lifetime mortgages, Dawn has built a reputation for doing the hard work upfront and making every client feel genuinely safe in the process. Dawn open...

In this episode, we're joined by Pure Retirement CEO Paul Carter for a wide-ranging conversation spanning nearly three decades in later life lending. Paul shares his reflections on the evolution of the market, why he believes it's set to explode, and what advisers need to do now to be ready. He also discusses his transition to Chair, Pure's culture and values, and the resilience it...

Join us for Episode Seven of Purely in Conversation as we sit down with Martyn Lewis, founder of Martyn Lewis Equity Release and a seasoned expert with over 40 years in financial services. With a decade spent at the Financial Conduct Authority, Martyn brings a rare depth of insight into what truly good client advice looks like, especially in the later life lending space. In this episode, Martyn sh...

In this episode of Purely in Conversation , we speak with Sarah Ferrell, Equity Release and Mortgage Adviser at Ferrell Finance, who brings over a decade of lifetime mortgage expertise. Sarah discusses how a holistic approach can transform client conversations, why rising interest rates make advice more critical than ever, and how lifetime mortgages are becoming a proactive part of long‑term finan...

In this episode of Purely in Conversation, we spoke with Lauren Peel , Senior Partner at Inclusive Outcomes , about how firms can better understand and support customers in vulnerable circumstances. Lauren shares insights into the importance of inclusive design and the growing awareness of diverse customer needs. Listen to the episode to learn more about: - Understanding vulnerability goes beyond...

In the fourth episode of Purely in Conversation we went behind the scenes with Andrew Peters, Director of Technical Services at Countrywide Surveying Services and Lucy Bourn, Technical Surveying Manager at e.surv Chartered Surveyors, to delve into current topics in the world of surveying, including: - Expert insights on lifetime mortgage valuations - The future of AI in surveying and what it means...

In this episode of Purely in Conversation, we were joined on the sofa by Kelly Melville-Kelly, Director of Risk, Policy and Compliance at the Equity Release Council, where we discussed the later life lending sector's current pressing topics including: - The findings and surprises from the ERC's mystery shop of adviser firms - Tips for new and established equity release advisers - Latest...

In the second episode of Purely in Conversation, Later Life Lending with Pure Retirement, we sit down with Kelly Worthington, Director at Later Life Freedom. Kelly shares her journey through the later life lending sector, revealing the marketing strategies that have shaped her success, and offers a glimpse into her vision for the future. #lifetimemortgage #equityrelease #laterlifelending #financia...

Join us for our first ever podcast episode - Purely in Conversation, Later Life Lending with Pure Retirement, where we're joined by special guests Sara Robinson from Equity Release Associates and Matthew Taylor from Equilaw.  We'll be discussing their 2025 award wins, top tips for entering industry awards and delving into their experiences in the later life market. #lifetimemortgage #equ...