How You Can Use the Money You Receive

The most important facts about reverse mortgages:

  • The money you receive from a reverse mortgage is money your already had coming to you.
  • The money you receive from a reverse mortgage is money that was unused in your home in the form of home equity.
  • You can use YOUR money for almost anything.

The following are some of the most popular uses for reverse mortgages:
For your protection, please consult a financial advisor whenever possible about how you wish to use the funds from your reverse mortgage.

Pay-off Existing Debts*

  • Credit Cards
  • Home Equity Lines of Credit
  • Car Loans
  • Outstanding Medical Bills
    *Review all loan agreements. Note that consolidating debt may result in a higher overall interest cost over to the life of the loan. Consult a financial advisor on paying short-term debt with your mortgage loan.

Pay-off an Existing Mortgage
With a reverse mortgage, you will pay-off the first mortgage on your home (if applicable). A reverse mortgage eliminates the need to make required monthly mortgage payments. This will give you more disposable income each month to spend on items you need.

Add to Your Existing Monthly Income
You can receive the money from a reverse mortgage as a monthly payment to supplement your existing income. Please note, you may choose to receive your reverse mortgage in two other ways as either a line of credit or as a lump sum.

Pay for Home Maintenance and Repair
Your home is one of your most valuable assets. You can use your reverse mortgage money to maintain and even increase the value of your home.

Create a Cash Reserve for Emergencies
Your reverse mortgage money can be a financial buffer allowing you the confidence that in an emergency you will be financially covered.

Provide Funds for Long-Term Care Insurance or Other Financial Tools
Reverse mortgage funds may help you afford components of a financial plan.

Helping Family Members or Loved Ones Financially

  • Establish an education fund for children or grandchildren
  • Help a child or grandchild buy a house
  • Gift money to children or grandchildren

Afford Special Items and Go Places You Always Wanted
The choice is always yours.