Links to Reverse Mortgage Articles
Once Controversial, Reverse Mortgages Are Back. Are They Safer This Time?
5-minute read by Allaire Conte, published 11/2025
Demand for federally backed reverse mortgages rose 6.25% over the past year. After years of scrutiny and reform, they are reemerging as a regulated, flexible tool for older homeowners. Learn how the reverse mortgage has evolved.
https://www.realtor.com/advice/finance/reverse-mortgages-rise-changes-risks/
The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Top $16,000 a Year
3-minute read by Kara Ng, published 11/2025
A recent study found that hidden homeowner costs average $15,979, driven by rising maintenance, insurance, and property tax expenses. Home equity may offer relief for homeowners feeling the sharpest squeeze.
https://www.zillow.com/research/hidden-costs-homeownership-35716
75% of Early Retirees Have Savings Regrets
4-minute read by Emily Boyle, published 11/2025
Americans are living longer and, in some cases, retiring earlier, yet only 8% of early retirees did so because they had saved enough. This creates added pressure to maintain quality of life and cover the costs of their later years.
https://www.planadviser.com/75-of-early-retirees-have-savings-regrets/
How Your Wealth Really Compares to Today’s Retirees
5-minute read by Sabrina Karl, published 11/2025
Federal data shows retirees now average nearly $288k in net worth, driven largely by rising home values and investments. But at the same time, their finances vary widely, with balances on mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.
https://www.investopedia.com/how-your-wealth-really-compares-to-todays-retirees-11857894
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