Is a reverse mortgage or HELOC better for seniors

Is a reverse mortgage or HELOC better for seniors? Experts weigh in The choice between a reverse mortgage or HELOC can be a tough one for seniors.Though easing inflation and the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut should help to ease the pressure on many Americans, some are still struggling financially. That might mean turning to credit cards to make ends meet or,…

Reverse mortgage lenders are ready for lower interest rates Lower rates benefit seniors on a fixed income By Chris Clow Federal Reserve lowering its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points (bps) to a range of 4.75% to 5% will have wider economic ramifications in the government’s ongoing efforts to fight inflation, there are expected benefits to the reverse mortgage…

Reverse Mortgage Process Everyone could use some extra cash, especially in retirement years. And while options for generating additional retirement income once seemed limited, reverse mortgages have provided today’s seniors with access to another source of wealth—their home equity. Designed for homeowners ages 62 and older, a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)—also known as a Reverse…

Forget the 4% Rule? Here’s What You Should Really Be Looking at During Retirement. Everyone’s retirement is different, but we all have a common goal: ensuring our retirement savings last long enough. The 4% rule is arguably the go-to guideline for determining how quickly you can spend your savings. It states that a retiree can…

5 Ways Retirees Can Prepare for a Recession…in Reverse If there’s one thing that can upend retirement plans it’s a recession which an increasing consensus of economists are predicting for the US economy. Indicators like a weakening labor market, stubbornly high inflation, and declining manufacturing activity all point to a potential economic slowdown. So, how…

What Is a Reverse Mortgage and How Does It Work? (2024 Guide) Living comfortably in retirement has long been financially challenging for seniors in the U.S. To cover increased expenses, many turn to the equity in their homes to increase their financial breathing room. One-way seniors can tap into home equity with a special type…

Responsibly Using a Reverse Mortgage in a Retirement Plan Reverse mortgages have long been thought of as merely a last resort for someone’s retirement plan, the only remaining alternative when nothing is left to draw on. Before 2013, lending rules were very different and reverse mortgages got a bad rap for giving borrowers up to…

Reverse Mortgage rate have come down a ½ point. Mortgage company rate speculators try to “get ahead”. This is not the quarter point we have been waiting for since early 2022. Instead, the rate has gone up for 19 months in a row. I am 50/50 if they will cut it, but if they do it will…

Mortgage Rates Forecast For 2024: Experts Predict How Much Rates Will Drop Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Mortgage rates have finally settled into a downward groove—at least for now. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate declined significantly in August…

Pitch for Reverse Mortgage: Cost vs. Benefit I understand that considering a reverse mortgage is a significant decision, and it’s natural to have concerns about the costs involved. Let’s walk through how a reverse mortgage can truly benefit you and why it might be the right solution for your financial needs.” Acknowledging the Concerns: “I know…