Applying For Reverse Mortgage

By Tulsten Maversel

What Is A Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage or other known as lifetime mortgage is a loan available to seniors, and is used to release the home equity in the property as one lump sum or multiple payments.

The homeowner's obligation to repay the loan is deferred until the owner dies, the home is sold, or the owner leaves.

For many retirees, a reverse mortgage can tremendously improve their quality of life. They are helping the older citizens in these states experience improved financial security and enjoy their retirement years the way they had dreamed of.

For most reverse mortgages, the money can be used for any purpose; however, the borrower must pay off any existing mortgage(s) with the proceeds from the reverse mortgage and, if needed, additional personal funds.

What Are The Benefits To A Reverse Mortgage? The key to a reverse mortgage is that there are no re-payments on it as long as you live in your home. Not only do you have some extra cash on hand, but you no longer have a mortgage payment.

In many states, the income you receive is tax-free and there are no income qualifications as you are using existing equity.

The mortgage will be payable in peso and in installments for 2-3 years. It has a third person who will be the co-borrower, in case the mortgagor fails to pay.

If the mortgagor agrees to pay, he will also agree to pay the additional sum of 33-1/3% of the principal amount due and unpaid as liquidated damage. - 32542

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