Using Home Equity to Fund Retirement

Using Home Equity to Fund Retirement
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Anne Johnson
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There are many benefits to using home equity for retirement income. You can tap into equity to pay for healthcare expenses, supplement income, move to assisted living, etc. Many people feel that since they’ve earned that equity, why not use it?

These are great benefits, but what are the advantages and disadvantages? When using your home equity, it’s essential to do research. The right move could give you extra income, but taking a wrong turn could cause you to lose your home.

Home-Equity Loans Can Give Lump Sum

Home-equity loans provide you with a lump sum based on your equity. Repayment is made over five to 30 years. This is great for those with a large expense that must be financed. This is an option for those with the cash flow to make the payments.
Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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