Benefits of a Reverse Mortgage

Reverse Mortgage Advantages

With a reverse mortgage, seniors have a valuable tool available to them that can be utilized as part of their strategy in financial planning for retirement. There are many features of reverse mortgage loans that can benefit seniors who are looking to supplement their retirement income. So what exactly are they? Below are four reverse mortgage loan benefits.

#1 You remain the owner of your home.

A common misconception of reverse mortgages is that the lender takes ownership of your home. This is false. You continue to maintain ownership of your home, as long as you comply with the terms of the loan and pay your property taxes and homeowner’s insurance.

#2 There are no monthly mortgage payments required from you.

One of the most attractive benefits of reverse mortgages is that payments are made TO you, as long as you live in your home. This is quite different from a traditional forward mortgage where you must pay funds in a monthly amount. With reverse mortgages, you receive funds. The loan is repaid when you sell your home, move to another primary residence, or when the last borrower leaves the home. Borrowers remain responsible for paying property taxes, homeowner’s insurance, and for home maintenance.

#3 You are protected if the housing market declines.

The reverse mortgage loan is insured by the federal government. With federal insurance comes greater security. If the loan ends up amounting to more than the value of the home when sold, government insurance will cover the difference. This means that the loan will be paid in full using only the proceeds your home sells for, and no more.

#4 You may choose from several options of disbursement.

Each individual senior has different needs. Thus, there are different disbursement options to cover different needs. This includes the choice to receive funds in a full or partial sum, a line of credit, monthly payments, or a combination of any of these.

These are only a few of the many reverse mortgage benefits. For more information, visit our more in-depth guide ‘What is A Reverse Mortgage’. If you’d like to see how you may benefit in your particular situation, speak to one of our Reverse Mortgage Professionals who will sit down with you and go over a customized financial strategy in order to take full advantage of all the benefits a reverse mortgage has to offer you.

Over what length of time are loan proceeds distributed?

The length of the loan depends on the way in which you choose to access the loan proceeds. You can access proceeds in one lump sum, in monthly installments for a set term or for as long as you live in the home, or in a line of credit. An AAG home equity solutions professional will walk you through your options to determine the best fit for you.

What is a reverse mortgage?

A reverse mortgage is a unique financial tool unlike any other in that it offers borrowers the ability to access their home equity without the burden of monthly mortgage payments.¹ Using a reverse mortgage, you can access cash to supplement your income in retirement and age in place in your home.

Why should I call AAG and talk to a Reverse Mortgage professional?

At American Advisors Group, our Reverse Mortgage Professionals go through a comprehensive training program and licensing process. They must pass federal and state tests in order to get their Loan Officer License through the National Mortgage Licensing System. Our professionals are also trained in customer service, and how to connect with people. Because of this, our loan officers are thoroughly knowledgeable and strive to share as much of that knowledge with you as possible, so you are able to make an educated and informed decision. Your particular situation is unique and deserves the individualized time and attention of one of our Reverse Mortgage Professionals.