Jargon Buster - Definition of Negative Equity
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- Negative Equity
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is where the value of a property drops to below the mortgage amount. This basically means that more money is owed on the house/property than what it's current value is.
For example:
Original value of property: £150,000
Deposit paid: £30,000
Mortgage taken: £120,000
If the value of the property drops to below £120,000 then there is negative equity for the borrower.
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