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Reverse Mortgages

What is a Reverse Mortgage?
A reverse mortgage is a loan against your home’s equity that allows you to convert the equity in your home into cash without having to repay the loan while you’re living in the home.

A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is a reverse mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), part of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). With a HECM, you have multiple options for receiving payments, with no limitations on how you use the money. You can use a HECM to pay for medical expenses, house repairs, travel, or any other living expenses. 

How do I qualify for a Reverse Mortgage?
Before you can qualify for a U.S. Government-insured reverse mortgage you must:
  • Be at least 62 years of age and own your own home
  • Own your home outright or have a low mortgage balance that can be paid off at closing with proceeds from the HECM loan
  • Reside in the home as your primary residence
  • Receive reverse mortgage counseling from a counseling agency that is approved and certified by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
More Information
For additional information on Reverse Mortgages see any of the links below:


Jennifer Hart, CSA
Reverse Mortgage Specialist / Certified Senior Advisor
"Home Made Money for Seniors"
Email:  jenniferhartcsa.com

Cell:       (630) 532-9189
Pager:    (847) 210-3280
Fax:       (630) 830-4469

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