Meet the Money Release team
Since 2016, Money Release has specialised in equity release and later-life lending. We're FCA-authorised and proud members of the Equity Release Council. We guide homeowners across the UK with clear, personalised advice on lifetime mortgages, later life mortgages, and home reversion plans.
Our advisors come from varied professional and personal backgrounds, bringing a range of experiences to support your needs.
Joe Vickery
CertCII (MP & ER)
Qualified Equity Release & Mortgage Advisor
Joe is one of Money Release’s core advisors, specialising in equity release and lifetime mortgages for homeowners across the UK. He enjoys tackling larger or more complex cases and takes the time to explain every step in plain English, ensuring clients feel confident and informed throughout the process.
Professional, calm, and thorough—explaining everything clearly and making the whole process smooth and easy.
Outside of work, Joe enjoys time with his wife and young son.
Asha Patel
CertCII (MP & ER)
Qualified Equity Release & Mortgage Advisor
Asha is a core advisor at Money Release, bringing extensive experience in financial services and a hands-on approach to client support. She focuses on guiding clients through every step of the lending process, making complex decisions easy to understand and ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience.
Attentive, approachable, and highly professional—guiding clients step by step and putting them at ease throughout the process.
Born and raised in London, Asha has become a fitness enthusiast and enjoys countryside walks with her Pug cross, Lily.
Andy Vickery
CertCII (MP & ER)
Qualified Equity Release & Mortgage Advisor
Founder
Andy founded Money Release to provide expert, independent equity release advice across the UK. Since 2008, he has worked in financial services, becoming a qualified mortgage and equity release advisor, and has personally overseen thousands of clients unlock over £137 million from their homes.
Today, Andy focuses on running the business and ensuring that every recommendation is independent, whole-of-market, and based solely on what’s right for the client.
Andy also writes the in-depth guides on Money Release’s website, which clients often praise for clarity and helpfulness.
Outside work, he lives in Portishead with his partner Nikki, their two children, Josh and Belle, and their black Labrador, Archie. He enjoys family time, Formula 1, DIY projects, and working on cars.
Why homeowners choose Money Release
Equity Release Specialists
We focus on later-life lending, not general mortgage advice.
Independent Advice
Whole-of-market access to the UK’s leading lenders.
Experienced Team
Over 1,300 completed plans across the UK.
No Pressure Advice
Clear explanations so you can decide with confidence.
Ready to explore your options?
Speak to a qualified specialist today to see if equity release is suitable for you.