The Lowdown on Reverse Mortgage Loans...

The Lowdown on Reverse Mortgage Loans...

How a HECM Can Improve Your Retirement With a HECM

you can eliminate your monthly mortgage payment (if one exists) and access cash to support your lifestyle, all while staying safely in your home.

  • No required monthly mortgage payment* - freeing up cash flow for things that matter.
  • You continue to own and live in your home - you remain responsible for property taxes, insurance and maintenance.
  • Government-insured - the loan is backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) under HUD programs.

What a HECM Can Do for You

  • Increase your cash flow: By eliminating monthly mortgage payments, you free up funds for living expenses, travel, or hobbies.
  • Cover medical or long-term-care costs: Use the funds to address ongoing or unexpected healthcare needs.
  • Fund home improvements: Upgrade your home to make it safer, more comfortable and suited to your retirement lifestyle.
  • Achieve your retirement goals: Whether it's finally starting that dream project, enjoying more freedom or simply reducing financial stress, a HECM gives you options.

Is a HECM Right for You?

If you're 62 or older, own your home (or have significant equity), and want to access that equity without selling your home or taking on monthly mortgage payments, a HECM could be a strong option. Because you customize mortgage solutions, you'll want to evaluate how a HECM fits into your broader financial/retirement plan - including tax implications, estate goals, and how it impacts your cash flow and lifestyle.

Reverse Mortgage Qualifier

Frequently Asked Questions

A HECM is a reverse mortgage loan available to homeowners aged 62 or older that lets you convert part of your home equity into cash - without required monthly mortgage payments.*

You remain the owner of your home, you may receive funds as a lump-sum, monthly payments, a line of credit, or a combination. You must continue to live in the home, keep it as your principal residence, and meet your obligations (taxes, insurance, maintenance). Repayment becomes due when the home is sold, all borrowers permanently move out, or other maturity events occur.

Homeowners age 62 or older who want to:

  • Use home equity to boost retirement cash flow,
  • Cover healthcare or lifestyle needs,
  • Stay in their home without monthly mortgage payment burdens.

HECMs are government-insured through the FHA, require mortgage insurance premiums, and have loan limits based on FHA rules. Other products (proprietary reverse mortgages) may allow higher loan amounts, fewer insurance requirements, and different age or property criteria.

The loan becomes due when the homeowner permanently moves out of the residence, sells the home, or passes away. The home is typically sold and the loan balance repaid. Importantly, most HECMs are non-recourse: you or your heirs won't owe more than the home's value at sale.

  • Must be at least age 62.
  • The home must be your principal residence.
  • You must keep up with property taxes, homeowners insurance, any HOA/association fees, and maintain the home. Failure to do so can trigger loan repayment.

Ready to Explore Your HECM Options?

Contact us today to receive a tailored estimate of your eligibility and potential loan amount. Our team will guide you through each step - from initial eligibility check to closing - ensuring the program aligns with your unique situation (you've noted you personalize for each borrower).

*Must meet all loan obligations, including occupying the home as your principal residence, paying property taxes and homeowners insurance, maintaining the property, and complying with other terms.

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  • Adjustable Rates Mortgage (ARM)

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  • Jumbo & Super Jumbo Loans

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  • Terms from 5 to 30 Years

    Terms from 5 to
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This material describes an FHA-insured HECM reverse mortgage. Not all loans are available in all states. Terms are subject to change without notice. Borrowers must continue paying property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintain the home. Failure to do so may lead to loan repayment. Interest and fees accrue over time and the loan balance grows. Loans are typically non-recourse: you won't owe more than the home's value when the loan becomes due.

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