When people first hear about a reverse mortgage, one of the first questions they ask is, “Why are the closing costs so high?” It’s a fair question—and one that deserves an honest answer. Let’s break it down. First, What Are the Costs? There are two main types of costs associated with a reverse mortgage (also…
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If you qualify and your loan is approved, a HECM loan must pay off your existing mortgage(s). With a HECM, no monthly mortgage payment is required. Borrowers are responsible for paying property taxes and homeowner’s insurance (which may be substantial). We do not establish an escrow account for disbursements of these payments. Borrowers must also occupy home as primary residence and pay for ongoing maintenance; otherwise the loan becomes due and payable. The loan must be paid off when the last borrower, or eligible nonborrowing surviving spouse, dies, sells the home, permanently moves out, or does not comply with the loan terms. A HECM increases the principal mortgage loan amount and decreases home equity (it is a negative amortization loan). These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency.