Home Equity Conversion Mortgage


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Reverse Mortgage Glossary
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Loan Elements Refinance Home Equity Loan Reverse Mortgage
Home Ownership
Yes

Yes

Yes

You retain title to your home.
Income Qualification
Yes

Yes

No

Loan is based on market value your home. No income is required for a Reverse Mortgage.
Credit Score Verification
Yes

Yes

No

Age and property are the only lending criteria. Credit and income are not factors.
Monthly Loan Repayments Yes Yes No
Reverse mortgages are not due for repayment until you no longer occupy your home.
Pre-Payment Penalty
Yes


Yes


No


You, or your estate repay the reverse loan in one payment, when you no longer occupy your home. Reverse Mortgage Loans offer you a far longer period than forward mortgages to settle your estate, usually 6 months.
Loss of Home
Possibly

Possibly

No

With other loans foreclosure is a risk, but not with a Reverse Mortgage. Your home cannot be taken from you, if you pay your property taxes and you live in it at least 6 months a year. No matter what. It's the law.
Property Appraisal Yes Yes Yes
Appraisal is key since you're borrowing against your home's market value.
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Funding Time 30 to 45 days 30 to 45 days 40 to 60 days