How does a reverse mortgage affect the owner's children, after death?
Note: Questions are bolded for clarity.
So the history is that my Dad just passed away recently, and I've had to do some research on how a reverse mortgage is going to affect things. So I understand how the reverse loans works, by basically putting the house up as collateral, and receiving an amount based on the home's equity (if that's explained correctly). Essentially, the estate loses the house if it can't pay the reverse mortgage.
The problem I had was finding out what happens after the home owner dies:
1. How quickly does his death need to be reported?
2. Are there any guidelines that explain how long the provider has to give the estate to clear out the house (if the reverse mortgage can't be paid)?
I'm looking for situations in the United States, that would affect any reverse mortgage, and would need to know if any of those questions will be provider specific.
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This page says that heirs have six months to clear the debt one way or the other.
Heirs get an initial six months to deal with the loan payoff. And it's to their advantage to move as quickly as possible. Until the loan is settled, interest on the balance and monthly insurance premiums will continue to eat into any remaining equity.
This site also gives the six month number:
Your heirs will work closely with the Servicer to ensure the loan is paid in full in a timely manner. While payment is due immediately, the heirs have six months to satisfy the debt. If they are selling the property and it is still on the market after six months, the heirs can contact the Loan Servicer and request a 90-day extension, subject to approval by HUD. One additional 90-day extension can be requested, again with HUD's approval.
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