For many retirees, rising living costs and limited income can make financial stability feel out of reach. A reverse mortgage, also known as a home equity conversion mortgage (HECM), may offer a ...

Over the last decade, reverse mortgages have been marketed as an easy way for seniors to cash in their home equity to pay for living expenses. However, many have learned that improper use of the ...

A reverse mortgage has potential utility for a homeowner in the right situation, but loan terms must be observed closely to remain in good standing and avoid the possibility of foreclosure. This is ...

Home equity is a valuable financial resource. By definition, it’s the difference between your home’s value and how much you owe on your mortgage. For example, if your home is worth $500,000 and you ...

With a volatile stock market draining retirement savings from the bank accounts of seniors throughout the U.S., Larry Reiminger believes hope for some Southeast Missouri retirees lies in the reverse ...

Reverse mortgages can be a powerful financial tool. But they’re often overlooked, partially because reverse mortgages aren’t always easy to understand. These loans allow older homeowners to borrow ...

Anna Frankowska was recognized in 2017 as one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30” in Europe, having studied economics in London before moving to work in investment banking. A passion for technology led her to ...

Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to tap into the equity they’ve built up in their homes without having to make monthly ...

One of the biggest challenges facing retirees is how to bridge the gap between ever-rising expenses and virtually stagnant Social Security checks and other sources of income. While we are all finding ...

For seniors who own their own home — fully paid off or with a small remaining mortgage — but need more income, a reverse mortgage can be the perfect solution. Or it can be a costly mistake. And you ...