Posts Tagged ‘reverse mortgage’
Government Shutdown
As most of you know by now, the Federal Government was shut down effective October 1 and will remain shut down until Congress comes to an agreement to continue funding the government. We will keep you updated as we learn and hear more here at SimpleReverse, but in the meantime, what does this mean for…
Read MoreHECM or HELOC
(HECM) Reverse Mortgage vs (HELOC) Home Equity Line of Credit Over 1.5million baby boomers utilize HELOC’s on an annual basis as a way to access their home equity to help fund retirement, pay for home improvements, consolidate debt, pay for home healthcare, or many other reasons. Today, we want to address the advantages to these…
Read MoreI’m 90 and work at a convenience store. I make $14.90 an hour, and money is tight, but I hope to retire.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Vince Scidone, a 90-year-old former carpenter in Oklahoma. Scidone works part-time as a cook at a convenience store chain. He returned to work after his wife, Deborah, got sick, and they needed additional income to support them in their retirement. Business Insider has verified Scidone’s income…
Read MoreUnderstanding the 60% Reverse Mortgage Rule: 5 Key Takeaways. Yahoo.com and Realtor.com
The Realtor.com Team.Mon, August 25, 2025 at 1:18 PM CDT1 min read When considering a reverse mortgage, understanding the 60% rule is crucial for older homeowners. This rule, which limits the initial access to home equity, is designed to ensure financial stability over time by preventing borrowers from depleting their funds too quickly. The rule…
Read MoreReverse mortgage pros and cons experts say to know in today’s economy. Moneywatch. CBS.
Reverse mortgages can be a useful tool for seniors, but there are a few things experts say you should know now.While inflation is down from a year ago, it has recently started to creep back upward again. When you throw in high interest rates and declining wage growth, many Americans are feeling the financial burn.…
Read MoreThe 60% reverse mortgage rule: What it is and how it impacts borrowers
The 60% reverse mortgage rule: What it is and how it impacts borrowers. Taking out a reverse mortgage can make sense in retirement, but there are rules that impact the process. As with most Americans, older homeowners have been facing issues with rising living costs and mounting debt. As a result, tapping into home equity…
Read More6 Key Signs You’ll Run Out of Retirement Funds Too Early
The thought of running out of money in retirement keeps plenty of Americans awake at night. In a survey of financial planners by the Financial Planning Association and the Journal of Financial Planning, over 47 % of respondents rated running out of money as their clients’ greatest retirement fear, with another 22% saying it was…
Read MoreGlobal demand for $270m securitisation of ‘flourishing’ reverse mortgages Household Capital claims there is such “steadily growing” interest from institutional investors in these issuances that it plans to tap the market annually.
Strong backing from global insurance, superannuation, banking and credit fund investors for reverse mortgage specialist Household Capital’s $270 million securitisation’s reflects underlying institutional investor confidence in the sector, according to industry specialists. The mortgage securitisation, which was dual rated by Moody’s and S&P Global, was based on an underlying portfolio loan-to-value ratio of less than…
Read MoreWhen should retirees choose a HELOC over a reverse mortgage?
MoneyWatch: Managing Your Money Experts weigh in. Retirees should closely compare their HELOC and reverse mortgage options before borrowing any equity from their home. Retirees are increasingly exploring home equity as a tool to manage their rising costs. While inflation affects all of us, retirees are particularly vulnerable to its effects because of their fixed…
Read More3 Ways Retirees Can Prepare for a Recession
3 Ways Retirees Can Prepare for a Recession Retiring is a significant financial achievement. However, the highly publicized conjecture of an impending recession has added layers of complexity and concern for those who’ve recently retired or are preparing to do so. However, with strategic planning and informed decisions that look to all asset classes, retirees…
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