Thursday, October 21, 2010

Reverse Mortgage FAQs

Who is qualified? 
To be qualified for a reverse mortgage, borrowers must be at least 62 years of age. Owners generally must occupy the home as a principal residence – a place where they have been living for the majority of the year.

Why a reverse mortgage? 
It is suitable for someone who needs more money to meet expenses. These loans can also be used to cover large health care expenses, property taxes, or pay off an existing mortgage


How does reverse mortgage work? 
Basically, no repayment is required for the loan so long as you live in your own home. The amount you owe increases the longer you live in the house and as your loan balance increases, the equity in your home generally reduces. It's costlier in the early years of the loan and costs less over time. The federally insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is generally less expensive than private sector reverse mortgages.

What are the costs of reverse mortgage? 
The closing costs include origination fee, appraisal, insurance and recording fees, as well as other service fees. Albeit, all closing costs can be financed through the loan.

What determines how much money I can get from my home? 
•The borrower’s age
 
•Home’s value
•Type of loan program

Is a reverse mortgage the right choice for me? 
To find if it's is right for you; contact a reverse mortgage counselling expert.

 They are increasing in popularity with seniors who have equity on their home and want to supplement their income.

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