The reverse mortgage—is it for you?
February 2019
A multitude of seniors, having paid off their mortgages many years ago, currently own their homes free and clear of any debt. Some are fortunate, and they have a nest egg that, along with their income (Social Security/pension), allows them to maintain their home and provide for themselves without difficulty. Some are not so fortunate, and although they own their home, they do not have adequate sources of income and other assets to maintain the home as well as provide for their needs.
Reverse mortgage basics
When a senior is unable to afford his or her home, but has some overwhelming reason to remain there, instead of selling or downsizing, a reverse mortgage, also known as a home equity conversion mortgage (HECM), can provide access to the equity in the home without the traditional monthly payments associated with a mortgage.
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by: Gina M. Barry
Prime
February 2019
