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Maximize Legacy Asset Transfer |
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A reverse mortgage can provide the senior the comfort of having more control over their estate and ensuring they leave more assets for their heirs.
While a home may hold a great deal of emotional value for a family, the reality is that in most cases, the property is sold after the owner’s death, and the assets are liquidated. The heirs are often forced to sell the property in a volatile real estate market not long after death with no guarantee of market or value stability.
After the sale, which may drag on due to market conditions, heirs may be faced with inheritance and/or capital gain taxes on the proceeds. The net proceeds are often far less than the actual or perceived value of the home.
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