The Right Age for a Reverse Mortgage
You’ve probably heard about the many benefits of reverse mortgages, but aren’t sure when the best time to apply might be. In this video, our CEO and founder, Scott Gordon, discusses several personal and financial circumstances that can help determine when including:
- At what age do you become eligible for a reverse mortgage
- How much of your equity you can borrow
- Health and property value considerations
Things to know about Reverse Mortgages:
- At the conclusion of a reverse mortgage, the borrower must repay the loan and may have to sell the home or repay the loan from other proceeds
- Charges will be assessed with the loan, including an origination fee, closing costs, mortgage insurance premiums and servicing fees
- The loan balance grows over time and interest is charged on the outstanding balance
- The borrower remains responsible for property taxes, hazard insurance, and home maintenance, and failure to pay these amounts may result in the loss of the home
- Interest on a reverse mortgage is not tax-deductible until the borrower makes partial or full re-payment
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