The approaches for seniors who carry mortgage debt into retirement may be determined by the nature of the debt itself, as well as whether or not that type of debt will impact their retirement financing goals. This is according to a column at CNBC, examining the best practices for paying off debt ahead of a […]
Reverse mortgages can present a good opportunity for someone at or near retirement, but the product category comes with some pitfalls that potential borrowers should keep in mind before they think of engaging in a reverse mortgage transaction. This is according to financial columnist Liz Weston in a new article at CNBC. “If you’re thinking […]
Making the decision about where and how to spend retirement can be difficult for many American seniors, often dictated by the amount of resources a retiree has access to. One of these decisions can involve either moving — into a new home or an assisted living facility at the appropriate time — or choosing to […]
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic’s tightening, continued grip on the United States, some of the nation’s most prominent mainstream news outlets have turned their attention to the reverse mortgage product concept as Americans continue to seek financial relief after enduring the economic shock that the pandemic has caused. Because of the newfound financial stress […]
A reverse mortgage loan may be a tempting prospect for a homeowner over the age of 62, particularly if they’re looking for new and novel ways to make ends meet in retirement. It may be a loan worth exploring, as long as the potential disadvantages of the product category are understood before engaging into one […]
Reverse mortgage applications are up during a time when many senior homeowners are looking for “lifeline” to help lessen sequence of returns risk, writes CNBC in an article published Monday. Further, some advisors are taking a second look at this option for their clients. “With coronavirus shutdowns wreaking havoc on the global economy, investment portfolios […]
A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) recommends that for homeowners looking for a fast source of cash during the coronavirus pandemic, home equity – and specifically a reverse mortgage – could be an avenue worth exploring. This is according to Jeffrey Levine, director of advanced planning at Buckingham Wealth Partners in Long Island, N.Y. to personal […]
Market volatility that’s been introduced as a result of the coronavirus pandemic has been having a pronounced effect on global markets, and this could lead many people in or near retirement to react strongly and protect their retirement finances. However, experts are cautioning that taking dramatic actions in an effort to protect your investments may […]
COVID-19, the so-called coronavirus which has sparked concerns of a global epidemic after spreading into multiple countries, has introduced additional volatility to the U.S. stock market as investors raise concerns over the effects the spread of the virus might have on the American economy. For retirees, there are steps that can be taken to try […]
The often unpredictable but increasingly likely expense that awaits people of retirement age is oriented around long-term care, and financial advisors are turning to an abundance of new strategies to help their clients pay for it. One such option according to an advisor is a reverse mortgage, who offered the idea in a new story […]
