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Review a proprietary option alongside a HECM and other borrowing or housing alternatives.
For homeowners with higher-value properties, proprietary reverse mortgage programs may offer alternatives beyond a standard HECM. Availability, proceeds, costs, features, and eligibility vary by lender and can change, so the comparison deserves a careful review.

The useful questions are not limited to how much equity may be available. A sound review also considers the property, desired access to proceeds, expected time in the home, costs, rate structure, servicing, borrower obligations, and the larger retirement plan.
Review a proprietary option alongside a HECM and other borrowing or housing alternatives.
Consider cash flow, reserves, future housing needs, care planning, and family objectives.
Bring the mortgage analysis into the broader financial, tax, estate, and retirement-planning conversation.

Troy helps homeowners and families understand reverse mortgage options and, with the client’s permission, coordinates the mortgage analysis with financial, legal, tax, and other professional advisors. He does not provide legal, tax, or investment advice.
Troy Martin, CLA® CDLP® CRMP® · Individual NMLS #235470
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