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Common Reasons to Obtain a Reverse Mortgage:
Seniors have been obtaining Reverse Mortgage loans for a variety of reasons. Since the proceeds from a Reverse Mortgage loan are tax-free, monthly mortgage payments are not required and the proceeds can be used for just about any purpose; many Seniors are realizing financial flexibilities that they never expected would be available to them again.
Below are just a few of the common reasons and uses that Reverse Mortgage borrowers have identified:
Income:
- Obtain a Lump Sum of Money
- Receive monthly payments
- Have access to a Line of Credit
- Or any combination of these options, while eliminating the need to ever make mortgage payments again!
Debt Reduction:
- Payoff current mortgage loans
- Payoff personal liens
- Consolidate debts
Housing Considerations:
- Pay real estate taxes
- Pay for homeowners insurance
- Maintenance and upkeep of your home
- Home improvements and additions
- Purchase a New Home!
Financial Planning Considerations:
- Estate Planning
- Annuities
- Long-Term Care
- Life Insurance
- Maintaining your financial independence
Quality of Life Considerations:
- Being able to stay in your home as long as you chose!
- Travel
- Vacations
- Vacation properties
- Real estate investment opportunities
- Educational funding for you and/or your family
- The comfort of knowing that your family and heirs will not need to provide financial support to maintain your lifestyle
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