Reverse Mortgages: Big Potential, Small Results

Reverse mortgages should be a breakout product of demographic destiny. Millions of older Americans are hurtling toward very uncertain retirements . Survey after survey documents a serious lack of retirement ...

NATION: Reverse mortgages can help senior citizens, but may not be for everyone

With fixed incomes and increased living expenses, many senior citizens are turning to reverse mortgages as a way to receive extra cash.

Reverse mortgages can help senior citizens, but may not be for everyone

With fixed incomes and increased living expenses, many senior citizens are turning to reverse mortgages as a way to receive extra cash.

Reverse Mortgages Return

Lenders are quietly reviving a loan for seniors that helps them convert home equity into cash.

Who Should Do a Reverse Mortgage?

Reverse mortgages allow homeowners of a certain age to draw down on their home's equity in exchange for cash--but it's not always the best financial decision for everyone.