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Reverse mortgage can generate income for seniors

October 22, 6:53 AMResidential Real Estate ExaminerMichele Lerner
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Retirees tired of the daily volatility of the market may want to consider a reverse mortgage as a method of generating some income. A reverse mortgage allows individuals who are 62 years or older to tap into the equity in their home to ease their budget problems.

For retirees with enough equity in their homes, a reverse mortgage can provide a monthly payment to the homeowners or a lump sum of cash or a combination of the two. The owners must remain in their home, pay their property taxes and maintain the property. Golden Gateway Financial, a financial resource for senior citizens and those preparing for retirement, has extensive information about how reverse mortgages work.

At Golden Gateway Financial, an online reverse mortgage calculator can offer information on how the reverse mortgages work and compares lenders and loans.

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently stated that the nationwide reverse mortgage lending limit for these government-backed loans is $417,000.

Disclaimer: Please consult carefully with a lender and financial advisor before choosing to sign a loan agreement.

 

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For more info: Michele Lerner at MLerner@gmail.com
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