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Retire in Your Dream Home with No Monthly Mortgage Payments

This is not as unreasonable as it might sound, indeed it’s absolutely achievable. This was all new to me and I found this information fascinating. Everybody has a dream for their retirement. Some folks want to downsize and travel more, others would like a larger home maybe to accommodate more family visits. Many seniors prefer the active… Read More

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Video: Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for You? What You Should Know.

Video: Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for You? What You Should Know. There’s a lot to consider when researching the pros and cons of a a reverse mortgage. This video gives you some basic facts about every reverse mortgage, so that you’ll know what questions to ask before you contact a mortgage lender. One other… Read More

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Video: Is A Bridge Loan Right for You?

We don’t hear as much about Bridge Loans as we used to, and though they were nearly nonexistent for a while they seem to be creeping back into favor. A bridge loan may not be the most financially prudent option, interest rates are higher and the amount of time you will carry the loan is… Read More

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Retiring Homeowners FAQ: What The Heck Is A HECM?

With the number of retiring homeowners projected to expand seemingly exponentially in the coming years, I went on a quest for more ideas on how to maximize your Real Estate investment to help underwrite retirement expenses. For your consideration: the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) – a Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) reverse mortgage program, which… Read More

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What’s the Deal on Reverse Mortgages?

You’ve seen the television commercials. A well-known actor sings the praises of reverse mortgages and promises fast debt relief if you agree to one. But what is a reverse mortgage? Do you qualify for one? When should homeowners consider a reverse mortgage? What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan available to… Read More