Endowment shortfalls

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If you have been told that your endowment policy may not cover the outstanding capital at the end of your mortgage, you may be able to make a complaint and get compensation. If this isn't successful, you can take steps to ensure your mortgage will be paid off.

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How endowment shortfalls develop

This section explains how endowment shortfalls can develop.

Endowment complaints

If your endowment policy may not cover your mortgage, you should consider making a complaint and getting compensation.

Catching up

There are a number of options that could help you catch up on an endowment shortfall.

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