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Next bear market will be ‘the worst in my lifetime’ — here are 3 keys to survive it. Jim Rodgers Famed investor Jim Rogers has seen quite a few bear markets in the last half century, but he fears the biggest one yet could be right around the corner. “The next bear market will be…

What Is the Best Way to Use the Equity from My House to Pay for My Care? My estate consists of a single-family home that is totally paid off, with a current value of $1 million. My adult children have no need for, nor do they want, an inheritance. I would like to get the…

80% Of Seniors Are Not Selling Their Homes – Here’s The Financial Strategy They’re Using Instead New data from the American Advisors Group shows that the overwhelming majority of seniors do not intend to sell their homes in older age and have no intention of ever moving. 82% of seniors say they want to live…

How do you pay back a reverse mortgage? At Bankrate we strive to help you make smarter financial decisions. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity, this post may contain references to products from our partners. Here’s an explanation for how we make money. A reverse mortgage can make it possible for seniors to remain…

Sources of Retirement Income When you’re retired, you need dependable income — often from multiple sources Try not to rely on just one income stream in retirement, as it may not provide enough money. Think about what kinds of income streams are most possible and appealing for you. Consider dividend-paying stocks or reverse mortgages, for…

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Fact-Checking Dave Ramsey’s Reverse Mortgage Claims I have always been irritated with Dave Ramsey when he has a caller asking about a Reverse Mortgage. Not for the reason you might think. When someone calls in Mr. Ramsey doesn’t listen to their situation, instead he starts off on a generalized rant. On a show a lady…

Financial planner: when a reverse mortgage makes sense for a borrower “For a retiree who has a mortgage on their home, if the payment puts a squeeze on money that’s available for other living expenses, a reverse mortgage might relieve the pressure and makes sense.” she writes. “Depending on the homeowner’s age and the home’s…

Download Report Download Report Download PowerPoint Read Press Release Watch Webinar Replay Women’s Views on Retirement Infographic A new report finds that across party lines, Americans are worried about concerns about their retirement insecurity. The vast majority of Democrats (70 percent), Independents (70 percent) and Republicans (62 percent) agree that the nation faces a retirement…

Reverse mortgage as a financial planning tool Reverse mortgages, which reportedly have been in use since Deering Savings & Loan issued one to Nellie Young of Portland, Maine, in 1961, have long been viewed with suspicion. Evoking images of late-night infomercials and disreputable loan agencies, the reverse mortgage is the product of last resort for…

Housing Experts: Reverse Mortgages Well Suited to Address Aging in Place Issues The Reverse mortgage program can be a very valuable tool for addressing issues related to aging in place in the United States, as well as circumventing some problems related to the spread of COVID-19 in senior housing and nursing facilities. However, some issues…