The statistical significance of using a HECM for Purchase to buy a new home is almost nil relative to the prominent use of a traditional HECM Reverse for refinancing. There are several reasons the HECM for Purchase is rarely used. Heavy down paymen
There is a lot of talk about aging, longevity, and the fear of running out of money. There are people at every corner that will advise you to save more money and to prepare for illness, care needs, and ultimately unexpected longevity. I person
A key retirement goal should always be financial security. This is often much easier said than done. It is easy to physically retire from work but are you also mentally retired? In other words, being physically retired but mentally insec
The HECM for Purchase vehicle is an excellent tool but people are generally immediately turned off due to the heavy down payment. What they don’t realize is that it's more than just a home loan. It’s a terrific financial manage
When we hear the annuity pitch it starts out like this: Put a lump sum down in your early fifties and when you turn 65 you will begin to receive monthly payments. How much will I receive per month? Well that depends on the index, like the S &a
Good article that touches on the benefits, the protections, and the risks associated with a HECM Reverse Mortgage. With the first line of baby boomers recently turning seventy and faced with securing their retirement, this will become a go to program