
There are a range of financing and mortgage programs tailored to meet
the unique needs of the 50+ consumer. Whether you want to stay in
your current home and refinance, or find the best plan to make monthly
payments on a fixed income, your ERA Colonial Real Estate professional
will help you find the financing plan that is in YOUR best interests.
BRIDGE
LOAN: A Bridge Loan lets you us the equity in your current
home to help buy a new home. The loan is paid off in full once your
old home closes, and you can then close on your new home, while still
in your old home.
INTEREST-ONLY
LOAN: Available in a variety of adjustable mortgages. This
type of mortgage can allow you to buy a larger house, while holding
down monthly payments.
HOME
EQUITY LOAN: This is a low cost loan with a fixed rate and
fixed payments that is paid back within a specified period. It is
often used for home improvements. In most cases the interest is tax
deductible.
CONVENTIONAL
MORTGAGE: There are also more traditional mortgages available
to the mature consumer as well. A fixed mortgage involaves a fixed
monthly payment for the life of the mortgage, while adjustable mortgage
has a fixed rate for a set period (1 month to 10 years), after which
the payment can then adjust to market conditions.
REVERSE
MORTGAGE: This is a loan against the property that is often
used by mature homeowners who need extra money to stay in their home.
The loan formula suggests that the older you get and the higher debt
value of the home, the better the reverse mortgage works. Repayment
is not due until the owners of the home choose to sell.
Other
Financing Options