A reverse mortgage loan ends when the last borrower passes away or otherwise leaves the home. At this time, the loan principal and all accrued interest must be repaid. You or your heirs will have the option to repay the balance through the sale of the home or by paying off the mortgage balance with other funds. If the loan balance exceeds the home’s value, you or your heirs can also sign over the home’s title to the lender and walk away. Learn More
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What happens at the end of a reverse mortgage?
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