“For the average American couple at age 65, home equity makes up more than two-thirds of their total wealth, according to 2011 U.S. Census data. More specifically, the median net worth for married couples age 65 and older is $284,790. Of this amount, $192,552 is in home equity, and $92,238 is in non-equity assets, including IRAs, other savings, and personal property.” – Journal of Financial Planning May 2017 Paper
“A reverse mortgage is a powerful tool that should be evaluated in the context of a client’s overall financial plan and investment portfolio.” – Parker Evans, CFA, CFP, CMT
