Wealthy After Divorce
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Wealthy After Divorce
Episode 23: Grey Divorce and Reverse Mortgages with Brian Cohen
Senior divorcing couples (often referred to as “Grey Divorce”) face unique financial challenges when it comes to the marital home. If keeping the house is a priority for one spouse and there aren’t enough assets in the estate to buy out the other’s interest, couples may start thinking outside the box. Jacki Roessler, CDFA® and her guest, Brian Cohen, 131198 Senior Mortgage Banker-Reverse Mortgage Planner of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation talk about the pros and cons of reverse mortgages. Brian has built his success by providing clients with over 20 years of lending experience and insightful mortgage knowledge. His high degree of reverse mortgage knowledge allows him to also help seniors understand the sometimes confusing myths, terms and conditions of reverse mortgages in order to make sound, informed decisions about what is in their best interest.
Topics discussed include:
- What is a reverse mortgage and who is eligible?
- Understanding the fees and costs of a reverse mortgage as compared to the fees and costs of a traditional mortgage.
- What risks are associated with reverse mortgages for you and your heirs?
- What is the process to obtain a reverse mortgage?
RESOURCES
- Connect with Brian by clicking here HERE
- To read information about reverse mortgages provided by non-profit, AARP (American Association for Retired Persons), click HERE
- To find a HUD counselor Click Here
- Learn more about how Jacki Roessler, CDFA® helps divorcing clients evaluate information on reverse mortgages by emailing her at jacki@pearlplan.com. To read about Jacki or schedule an initial complimentary consult, CLICK Here
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