Reverse Mortgages

Bankruptcy and MortgagesReverse Mortgages

A reverse mortgage is a home loan for individuals or couples 55 years or older. You borrow from the value of your home and does not require monthly mortgage payments. However, interest is added to the loan’s balance and if no payments are made the interest can eventually exceed the value of the home. Reverse mortgages are risky and you need legal advice before considering this even as an option.

Advertising makes a reverse mortgage sound attractive because they push 4 points of interest:

1. You don’t have a monthly payment until you move.

2. You can receive a lump sum of money if you’ve paid off your home—sometimes 50% of the value of your home.

3. If you are house poor, you have extra cash money—you can use the money for healthcare needs or home repair and living expenses.

4. Tax-free source of income

However…

Interest on the reverse mortgage increases which in turn decreases the equity you have in your home. The interest can sometimes increase to more than the house is worth and there are higher interest rates than most mortgages.

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What will your retirement look like?

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Write a vision about how you want to live your life in retirement. Try your best to retire debt-free, including the mortgage on your house. Postponing CPP benefits until you are 70 will allow you to increase the amount you receive. Ask a financial planner to help you figure out what is best for you.

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Find a Financial Planner

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If you are willing to research, you will be able to find a financial planner in your area. You may want to look into fee-only planners or a fee for service because getting advice will help you work towards financial freedom and give you your own personalized financial outlook.

If you feel you are unable to manage to pay the fee-start educating yourself about money. Prepare a financial action plan.

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New Year – Debt Solutions

ShoppingNew Year: Debt Solutions

Happy New Year!! What an amazing idea to make a decision or joint decision this January to spend close to nothing—preferably nothing. This time of year is difficult financially for almost everybody and it will be easier than you think to stop spending altogether—for the time being. Get your family and friends involved! Make your priority spending only groceries and cut that grocery list. You have many items in your cupboard, freezer and fridge to plan ahead every week and spend the bare minimum. Make a meal plan every week, freeze soup, casseroles and vegetable dishes. Try and organize potlucks with other people or another family. When considering entertainment, get dressed warm and get outside, go skating, sliding, hiking —there are dozens of free, fun outdoor activities. If the cold outdoors is not your thing, research free indoor events or invite people over to your home. Use up your gift cards, if needed, this month and make sure you return all items you do not need or want—it’s amazing how much money we get back when we remember to return items we do not need. You have 31 days in January to make the most of each day and challenge yourself to not spend money. The less you spend, the more you save for bills and hopefully savings for the rest of the year. Practice positive money spending habits now and you will feel empowered to make this year your best financial year to date. Good Luck! Spend Less! Feel Great!!

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