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The Top Reasons To Downsize When You Retire

August 12, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you have been in your house for a long time, there is a great chance that you have paid off almost the entirety of your mortgage. Furthermore, your home may have even gone up in value by tens of thousands of dollars.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Downsizing, Mortgage, Retirement

Is A Reverse Mortgage Right For You?

September 19, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Imagine the bank depositing monthly premiums into your account instead of you writing a mortgage check. That’s basically how a reverse mortgage works.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Retirement, Reverse Mortgage

Pros and Cons of Downsizing After Retirement

August 15, 2018 by Robby Oakes

With Baby Boomers already rolling into retirement and Gen X looking forward to shrugging off the stress of the 40-hour work week, downsizing could be a strategic move.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Downsizing, Real Estate, Retirement

Your Guide To Aging In Place Home Modifications

April 20, 2018 by Robby Oakes

If you’ve had to watch your parents transition into assisted living, you may have no desire to call such a place home. You are not alone. According to the Aging in Place Housing Survey conducted by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), more than 90 percent of seniors want to remain in their home.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Aging, Real Estate, Retirement

Nearing Retirement? Three Reasons Why You Might Consider a ‘Reverse Mortgage’

July 10, 2014 by Robby Oakes

If you are nearing retirement, a reverse mortgage might be right for you. This type of mortgage essentially allows you to turn your home equity into cash. If you find yourself with little money, a reverse mortgage could be the perfect solution, and here’s why.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Financing, Retirement, Reverse Mortgage

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