empowering retirement with home equity
Empower your retirement with the strategic utilization of a reverse mortgage. This financial tool allows homeowners to leverage their home equity, providing a reliable source of tax-free income during their golden years. By unlocking the value of your home, a reverse mortgage enables you to enhance your financial security, cover essential expenses, and maintain a comfortable lifestyle. With the flexibility to receive funds as a lump sum, monthly payments, or a line of credit, you gain control over your financial future.
Navigate retirement with confidence, knowing that a reverse mortgage can be a powerful instrument to support your needs and aspirations, allowing you to savor the fruits of your hard-earned homeownership.
At Rosa Financial Group, we are your resource for all types of reverse mortgages. We tailor our service to the unique needs of our clients. As a broker specializing in Reverse Mortages, we have access to and are experts in every type of Reverse Mortgage. If you are 55 or older and would like access to your home equity as cash or a line of credit, a Reverse Mortgage may be your solution.
No monthly mortgage payments - for life!
Buying or refinancing a home with a reverse mortgage offers a unique financial approach for older homeowners. Eligible individuals can use this loan to refinance their current home or even finance a new home - with no monthly mortgage payments. This allows them to access home equity, downsize, relocate, or move into a more suitable property without the burden of a traditional monthly mortgage payment. Refinancing with a reverse mortgage provides benefits like accessing additional funds, eliminating monthly mortgage payments, and increasing financial flexibility. Both options offer opportunities for seniors to enhance their living situations and better manage their finances during retirement, providing a distinctive pathway for homeowners to leverage their home equity.
Our mission is to debunk the myths surrounding Reverse Mortgages. These financial tools were designed to empower people aged 55 or older to access home equity without relinquishing homeownership or make monthly mortgage payments. Whether you are considering refinancing, purchasing a new home or accccessing equity through a reverse mortgage, we are well versed in every aspect of reverse mortages.
reverse mortgage types
There are many different types of reverse mortgages; some with adjustable rates, some with fixed rates, some FHA-insured, and some not.
We are a brokerage which allows us access to the various reverse mortgage programs- there isn’t a reverse mortgage that we can’t offer.
The most common reverse mortgage is the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), which is insured by the FHA. An alternative option is a proprietary reverse mortgage, which is not insured by the federal government and therefore is not a HECM loan.
Understanding HECM Reverse Mortgages
A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is an FHA insured loan available to seniors aged 62+ that requires no monthly mortgage payments. The HECM reverse mortgage pays off any current mortgage they may have, freeing up the cash they had needed previously to make their monthly mortgage payment and allowing for more discretionary income.HECM reverse mortgages were created to give seniors aged 62+ access to funds to stretch their retirement savings and provide additional financial security.
Unlike traditional home mortgage loans, a reverse mortgage provides homeowners with payouts from their equity as a loan in the form of a lump sum, fixed monthly payments, a line of credit, or a combination of the three. The loan is due and payable using the proceeds of the sale of the home or the proceeds from a refinance when the last borrower or eligible non-borrowing spouse moves out of the house or passes away.
FAQ
Am I Eligible?
Let us uncover your reverse mortgage eligibility with just a few questions. Is a reverse mortgage the right choice for you?Only you will be able to make that decision, but we can provide the information you need and the education it requires for you to make the optimal decision. Discovering your reverse mortgage eligibility is the first step in your research.If you are eligible for a reverse mortgage, the next step is deciding when you want to take advantage of your benefit.Timing is very important with reverse mortgages; if taking out a reverse mortgage now won't be in your best interest or won't help you meet your goals, we will let you know. If now is the time for you, we will show you why, and explain how the timing affects your benefit and possible eligibility.If you are eligible for a reverse mortgage and want to take advantage of these loan programs made just for senior homeowners, we will guide you to the optimal timing to execute your application.Getting more information about your reverse mortgage eligibility and increasing cash flow during retirement will help you decide the best fit for you. We don't just do reverse mortgages, we guide seniors to a more secure future through education
What is The Reverse Mortage Application Process?
- Applying involves a structured process to help homeowners access the equity in their property. First, potential applicants must meet the eligibility criteria and gain a loan estimate. The next step is to attend a mandatory counseling session with an approved housing counselor to gain a thorough understanding of the loan implications and obligations. Following counseling, applicants can choose a lender and initiate the formal application process, which includes a home appraisal. The lender evaluates the property’s value and the homeowner’s ability to meet ongoing obligations such as property taxes and insurance. Once approved, the loan is finalized, and funds are disbursed according to the chosen payment option. Get in touch with us today to learn if you are eligible to apply!
How do I qualify for a Reverse Mortgage?
- As a government-insured and federally regulated mortgage loan, there are several important requirements borrowers must meet to qualify, including the following:
- You must be at least 62 years old.
- You must own your home.
- The home must be your primary residence.
What are the loan Requirements?
- A reverse mortgage loan comes with a few basic obligations that must be met once you start receiving funds. These include the following:
- Pay ongoing property taxes, insurance, and any homeowners’ association dues, if you belong to an HOA.
- Pay home maintenance costs.
- Keep the home as your primary residence.
What can I use the funds for?
- Reverse mortgage funds may be used however you would like. There are no restrictions on how the money may be used. Some common uses include supplementing monthly income, paying for home renovations or upgrades, or simply as an additional safety net for unplanned expenses.
What are the costs of a reverse mortgage?
- The costs of a reverse mortgage can vary depending on the type of loan and the lender, but generally they include an origination fee, mortgage insurance premiums, closing costs, and interest on the loan. These costs can be financed as part of the loan, which means the borrower does not have to pay them upfront.
Will I still own my home?
- One common misconception about reverse mortgages is that the bank owns the home. Just like with a traditional mortgage, the home belongs to you as long as you meet the mortgage loan requirements.
Will my children still receive an inheritance?
- Your children may still receive an inheritance. After the home is sold and the reverse mortgage loan is paid back to the lender, any remaining equity will go to your heirs. There are no other assets used to secure the loan other than the home.
Can I use a REverse mortgage to purchase a home?
- A reverse mortgage can be used to purchase a different home if you are looking to downsize or upsize. This is known as a HECM for purchase. Using a HECM for purchase to purchase a home allows you to obtain a new home without having to take on monthly mortgage payments. You are still required to pay property taxes, insurance, any HOA dues (if applicable), and maintenance costs
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