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Home Equity

Home Equity
Helping older adults use their home to stay at home

Millions of older adults are "house rich but cash poor." They own their homes, but their annual income makes it difficult — or impossible — to make ends meet or get the care they need.

The good news is that more than 13 million older adults have equity in their homes that they could use to help them stay independent.

We're a national leader in educating older adults about how they can tap their home equity wisely.

Edna's Story

Edna, 75, likes to volunteer and travel. But in recent years, medical expenses and home renovations had her worried that she would have to make major lifestyle changes just to pay her bills. See how a reverse mortgage counselor helped her stay independent.

How We Help

  • Reverse Mortgage Counselors & Lenders: Resources to Help
    Get copies of our Use Your Home to Stay at Home™ consumer guide -- and find resources to help your clients stay home longer. Get resources.
  • Older Adults: Find Counseling to Help You Stay Home Longer
    We run a national network of certified counselors who can help you examine your home equity options -- and connect you to local services to help you stay independent. Call for a counseling appointment.
  • Free Guide Shows How to Use Your Home to Stay at Home™
    Our user-friendly brochure gives the facts about using home equity to stay at home. Download a free copy.

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