How a Reverse Mortgage Works
Eligibility:
• Age 55+ (for proprietary programs) or 62+ (for FHA HECM)
• Must live in the home as a primary residence.
No Monthly Payments:
Borrowers remain responsible for property taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Loan Options:
• Line of credit: Most popular as this compounds at the interest rate of your loan and builds.
• Monthly income payments
• Lump sum
Repayment:
When the last borrower leaves the home, the loan is repaid from the sale proceeds — any remaining equity goes to the borrower or heirs.