Navigating the Colorado Retirement Squeeze: Property Taxes, Housing Traps, and the HECM Solution

Navigating the Colorado Retirement Squeeze: Property Taxes, Housing Traps, and the HECM Solution

Are you "house rich but cash poor"? In this episode, Bruce Simmons explores the growing "cost burden" on Colorado seniors. We dive into the Harvard research showing why 1 in 3 retirees is struggling, the massive property tax hikes hitting the Front Range, and a brilliant "downsize and upgrade" strategy that can put $500,000 back in your pocket.

Understanding the 60% Rule and Modern Spouse Protections

Learn how the "60% rule" and updated Non-Borrowing Spouse protections create a more stable and secure retirement for Colorado homeowners.

Two Advanced Strategies to Boost Retirement Income with an HECM

Discover two sophisticated ways to leverage a reverse mortgage for purchase. Learn how to buy multifamily properties for rental income and how "overfunding" a line of credit can create a massive, tax-free retirement safety net.Two Advanced Strategies to Boost Retirement Income with an HECM

People Over Paperwork: What's Changing in Reverse Mortgages

This week on Reverse Mortgage Radio, we take you behind the scenes of a major industry summit in Knoxville. From the influx of younger, ethical lenders to the academic research that’s changing how financial advisors view home equity, we’re talking about why this business is more about "people work" than "paperwork." Tune in to learn how a reverse mortgage can be a strategic tool for your retirement, not a last resort.

Understanding Reverse Mortgage Interest Rates

Many homeowners assume reverse mortgages work just like traditional loans, but the interest rate structure is actually quite different. This episode breaks down the "Interest Rate Puzzle," explaining the difference between the expected rate (which determines borrowing power) and the initial rate (what is actually charged). Listeners will learn why the 10-year Treasury index matters, how interest rate "caps" protect applicants during processing, and why the flexibility of an adjustable rate often outweighs the perceived safety of a fixed rate.