50% were able to move to a better property.
18% of those aged between 55-64 were able to retire sooner.
14% were able to treat their family more.
13% were able to upgrade their car.
13% went on more holidays.
8% were able to help their children onto the property ladder.
Methodology: Zoopla’s Hidden Equity Survey is based on research among 2,000 UK homeowners who have had their home valued by an estate agent in the past three years.
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