Debt Worse for Seniors

Debt Situation Grows Worse for Senior Population: Economist Seniors are more likely to hold home-secured debt, and to hold more of it today than in years past. Their percentage of held debt held has also increased, with seniors aged 75 and up having become four times more likely to hold home-secured debt in 2016 when…

About 44 percent of American workers who are saving in a workplace retirement plan feel confident they will retire comfortably. However, generation by generation, the numbers show that many individuals are way behind when it comes to reaching their savings goals. Baby boomers have made the most progress, having saved 30 percent of what they…

These people are on the verge of retiring — and they have nothing saved. 48 percent of American households over the age of 55 still have no retirement savings. This is an improvement from previous years, according to the U.S. Government Accountability Office. If you are behind on your retirement savings, there are a few…

Here’s how many borrowers should refinance after the recent drop in mortgage rates Here’s how many borrowers should refinance after the recent drop in mortgage rates. A massive drop in mortgage rates will likely spark refinance activity. Mortgage rates fell 22 basis points last week to 4.06%, an event that will likely be a gamechanger…

Everything you need to know about reverse mortgages. What is a reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a type of home equity loan for homeowners 62 or older that doesn’t require monthly mortgage payments and that the home’s equity is generally paid out to the homeowner monthly. Reverse mortgages are often considered a last-resort source of…

Debt Situation Grows Worse for Senior Population Seniors are more likely to hold home-secured debt, and to hold more of it today than in years past. Their percentage of held debt held has also increased, with seniors aged 75 and up having become four times more likely to hold home-secured debt in 2016 when compared…

New HECM Head (Senior Advisor to the Department of HUD) Hopes to ‘Move Needle’ in New Role The new Senior Advisor to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Assistant Secretary for Single Family Programs, Dr. Joshua Miller, introduced himself Monday to the reverse mortgage industry by giving a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage…

President Trump Calls for U.S. Housing Reform Plan, Review of HECM Program President Donald J. Trump signed an executive memorandum Wednesday initiating the process of reforming the United States housing system, which includes an objective to examine the “financial viability” of the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) program. The president has expressed his intent to…

Reverse Mortgages Included Among Tips to Strengthen Retirement by U.S. News A new article at U.S. News and World Report giving recommendations on strengthening retirement security offers reverse mortgages as one of the potential tools a senior can use to bolster their financial security in retirement. Among the recommendations from U.S. News contributor Craig Stephens, downsizing…

7 Traits for a good Financial Adviser Getting good financial advice isn’t just about stocks and bonds. It’s about the relationship and trust you have with your adviser. Here’s how to evaluate whether your professional is doing a good job and is the right fit for you. Thanks to steady technological advances, financial advisers now…