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What is a HECM: Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

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We have all seen the commercials with Fred Thompson or Henry Winkler (a.k.a. “The Fonz”) touting reverse mortgages as a financial product that can help you remain in your home and improve your cash flow in retirement. However, you may not be too familiar with how reverse mortgages actually work, who they can benefit, and the different kinds of options...
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Use a Reverse Mortgage to Finance Your Next RV Purchase

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Reverse mortgages are a great way to improve your cash flow during retirement by borrowing against the equity in your home or even to purchase a brand new primary residence. What you may not know is that if you’re in the market for a Recreational Vehicle (RV), you can use a reverse mortgage in place of financing for that too....
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Reverse Mortgage Adjustable Rate Offers BIG Benefits

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The number of people opting to take out a fixed rate reverse mortgage has gone up dramatically over the last few years, but it’s important not to overlook all the benefits of having an adjustable rate reverse mortgage. While the certainty of the fixed rate can be a positive, taking out an adjustable rate reverse mortgage comes with features you...
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Can You Get a Reverse Mortgage on Farmland?

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I am researching Reverse Mortgages for my parents (ages 63 & 66). My only concern is that they own a farm that is preserved in the state of New Jersey. They currently have it for sale, but really do not wish to sell, but think they have no other choice (dad is retired and ill, mom is working again but...
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Last Call for Fixed-Rate HECM Standard Reverse Mortgages

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The time frame is running out for the Standard Fixed Rate version of the reverse mortgage program known as the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM or “Heck-um”). HUD announced that the last day that they will issue Case Numbers for this program is prior to April 1st, however borrowers must be aware that the 2 days leading up to April...
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When Reverse Mortgage Counseling Agencies Go Wrong

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Before I even start this article, I want to admit that I have never been through HUD Counselor training and I do not know what the counselors have  been trained to say and what not to say.  I can say that only last week, HUD came out with a reminder to all reverse mortgage lenders and originators that they were...
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Reverse Mortgage Lenders in Pennsylvania: Saving PA Seniors Thousands!

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As the baby boomers head toward retirement age, the United States’ population is becoming decidedly grayer, and that’s especially true in Pennsylvania. The 65+ population in Pennsylvania comprises 15.6% of the overall state population according to 2011 U.S. Census Bureau data—higher than the 13.3% belonging to this age group throughout the country. In the next couple of decades, nearly one...
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