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How a reverse mortgage helped after a natural disaster

We can have everything perfectly planned and ready to go, and then disaster strikes. When we least expect it, an emergency situation can present itself, causing us to rethink everything we thought we knew and challenge our assumptions about how we can power through and reach a positive resolution. Two years ago, Dave was applying for a reverse mortgage loan when his community was hit by devastating fires, leaving his neighborhood susceptible to landslides.

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A retirement that lives up to the adventure

Many of us aspire to retire early, but only some accomplish that goal. The things we do in our professional lives are often driven by the age in which we retire. Until we get there, our investments, savings, and other life choices dictate the reality of these goals. For Hassan and Dennie, retiring early was made possible by savvy decisions that put them in the position they dreamed about for their entire lives.

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There’s nowhere else I’d rather live

Living in San Francisco for the past 46 years, Linda has found her happy place. Every Sunday, you can hear Linda singing in her church choir. She’s an experienced alto but has recently been dabbling as a tenor, though she admits it’s not something that has come naturally to her. And when she’s not harmonizing with the choir, she’s helping out in the children’s center. It’s not just the kids who benefit from Linda’s generosity, she graciously shares her home by hosting international students who are studying abroad to learn English. “I’ve met a lot of students from all over the world…that has been rewarding and a lot of fun to do.”

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Turning unused equity to travel and fulfillment.

When Susan bought a fixer-upper in Hermosa Beach, California, at age 26, she never expected it would be her home for the rest of her life. But 40 years later, at 67, she's thrilled to have been able to experience so much in her beloved house. And thanks to a reverse mortgage from Finance of America, Susan can look forward to many more years in the home she loves. "There's much history and so much good feeling about all that has gone on in this home all through these years. I'm so very grateful for this house and excited I can remain in it," she says.

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Helping family now, and later

Devotion to family led retired professor Craig Smith, 76, to buy his home in Long Beach, California, in 1997. The duplex allowed him and his ailing mother to share a home and still have their own spaces. Though his mother passed away years ago, Craig’s commitment to his family remains an important motivation in his financial decisions. With a HomeSafe reverse mortgage loan from Finance of America, he can enjoy his retirement and lend a helping hand to his family.

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Finance of America borrowers have been compensated for their participation. Their statements are their own.

November 13, 2023

They were honest. We were kept well informed of what was going on.

Johnny B.

November 14, 2023

Everyone I dealt with were very kind and knowledgeable. All my emails or phone calls were answered in a matter of hours not days. I felt my interests were #1 with them

Cathy H.

December 8, 2023

Taking the first step of inquiry was the hardest part. Once we spoke with the advisor assigned to assist us, it was smooth sailing from that point onward. Every question we posed was answered to our satisfaction.

Robert J.

January 28, 2024

Caring about us, helping us when necessary, and being there for us when we had questions. They made the process easy, were happy and supportive, and got us through the steps necessary to complete the process!! Thank you for everything!

Kathleen D.

February 5, 2024

My loan processing was done quickly and efficiently. Appraisal was ordered and completed quickly. My loan officer was prompt in keeping me updated on everything. Altogether, a very pleasant and positive experience!

Sandra S.

February 13, 2024

Everyone I dealt with was very positive and informative to make sure I was getting what I wanted and that there would be no surprises.

Patricia S.

March 5, 2024

The help that we received during the entire process made all the difference for my wife and I. Courteous, friendly assistance was the key

Philip K.

March 13, 2024

Loan officers very knowledgeable, helpful, and personable. I liked that my messages were answered promptly!

Donna S.

March 28, 2024

Everything was smooth, very well explained, when there was a problem or concern. The people that I was working with got right on it, most delays were the fault of mine everything else was very good. Service is top notch, thanks guys for everything.

Alfred B.

March 31, 2024

The service was outstanding. The people we worked with were very informative and knowledgeable. They trusted us and we trusted them. The whole process was very efficient and expedient. Great job by all.

Gregory H.

Finance of America borrowers have been compensated for their participation. Their statements are their own.