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What financial obligations do homeowners with a reverse mortgage have?

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Reverse mortgage borrowers are required to keep current with property taxes, homeowner’s insurance, and homeowner’s association fees, if applicable. They must also maintain the home to a standard that complies with HUD or the lender’s guidelines. Failure to meet these obligations can lead to foreclosure of the reverse mortgage.

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