REVERSE MORTGAGES
A reverse mortgage is one of the most underused mortgage solutions by those who truly benefit the most.
A reverse mortgage is one of the most underused mortgage solutions by those who truly benefit the most. Reverse mortgages are designed to help homeowners of 55 years or older, tap into their existing equity to obtain tax-free cash, while making no payments on the borrowed amount. In other words, you get the money you desire without having to worry about making out-of-pocket payments to repay the mortgage. That’s right, $0.
It has some similarities to a regular, amortized mortgage, but carries a few distinct differences:
- No monthly payment obligations (unless you voluntarily choose to make payments)
- No maturity dates
- Age requirement of 55 years or older
- You must own your home
- Only available for a primary residence (investment properties are ineligible)
- The interest portion accrues on the outstanding principal and interest
To understand better, since interest payments are voluntary, you are not required to make monthly payments unless you choose to do so. If you opt out of making voluntary payments, the accrued interest for that period is simply added to your ‘tab’ without consequence. In other words, your mortgage will not be deemed in arrears or trigger default. This is starkly different form a typical mortgage in which you are required to make your minimum payments and would be considered in default were you to miss any regularly scheduled payments.
Scenarios in which a homeowner might consider a reverse mortgage solution:
- A homeowner over the age of 55 who owns their primary residence outright (no existing mortgages or registered liens)
- You may want to consider a reverse mortgage to tap into lump sum or scheduled advances of funds to finance your personal needs (i.e.: Buy a car, cover living expenses, or any other personal reason)
- A homeowner over the age of 55 who owns their primary residence, but also has an existing mortgage already.
- You would swap out your current, regular mortgage (that presently requires regularly scheduled payments) with that of a reverse mortgage solution (no payment requirements) .
If you are interested in learning more about a reverse mortgage solution, or if you need to discuss whether this solution would be right for you or a loved one, we’d be happy to help guide you on the right path forward.
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