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Reverse Mortgage
A reverse mortgage enables older homeowners to convert part of the
equity in their homes into cash, without having to sell their home.
There are no monthly repayments. The loan is repaid when you cease to
occupy your home as a principal residence. This can be when the last
remaining spouse passes away, sells the home, or permanently moves out.
Enhancing your retirement years
The funds from a reverse mortgage can be used for anything. Common
uses include supplementing retirement income to cover daily living
expenses; repairing or modifying your home (i.e., widening halls or
installing a ramp); covering health care expenses; paying off existing
debts; taking a vacation; paying property taxes; and preventing
foreclosure.
There are no income or medical requirements to qualify. You may be
eligible for a reverse mortgage even if you still owe money on the
property.
How Much Can I Borrow?
The amount of money you get from a reverse mortgage depends upon
your age (or age of youngest borrower in the of couples), the value of
your home, current interest rates, and where you live. In general, the
older you are and the more valuable your home (and the less you owe on
your home), the more money you can access.
Paying Back Your Loan
The amount owed can never exceed the value of your home.
Furthermore, if the home is sold and the sales proceeds exceed the
amount owed on the reverse mortgage, the excess money goes to you or
your estate.
We have a number of lenders currently offering reverse mortgages. For
more information and an obligation free assessment of your situation,
please call us today on 02 9629 1888.
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