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According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the number of HECM loan originations in Austin Colorado and elsewhere insured by the Federal Housing Administration rose from 7,923 in fiscal year 1999 to 112,013 in 2008, representing an increase of more than 1,300%. HUD anticipates that the number of HECM originations will rise significantly in 2009 due in part to an increase in HECM loan limits from $362,790 to $625,500.

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Lenders generally charge an origination fee, a mortgage insurance premium (for federally-insured HECMs), and other closing costs for a reverse mortgage. Lenders in Austin Colorado also may charge servicing fees during the term of the mortgage. The lender sometimes sets these fees and costs, although origination fees for HECM reverse mortgages currently are dictated by law. The amount you owe on a reverse mortgage grows over time. Interest is charged on the outstanding balance and added to the amount you owe each month. That means your total debt increases as the loan funds are advanced to you and interest on the loan accrues.

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If you live in a higher-valued home in Austin Colorado, you may be able to borrow more with a proprietary reverse mortgage, but the more you borrow, the higher your costs. The best way to see key differences between a HECM and a proprietary loan is to do a side-by-side comparison of costs and benefits. Many HECM counselors and lenders can give you this important information.

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Because you retain title to your home in Austin Colorado, you are responsible for property taxes, insurance, utilities, fuel, maintenance, and other expenses. If you don’t pay property taxes, carry homeowner’s insurance, or maintain the condition of your home, your loan may become due and payable. Interest on reverse mortgages is not deductible on income tax returns until the loan is paid off in part or whole.

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If you do not understand the cost or features of a reverse mortgage or any other product offered to you in Austin Colorado -- or if there is pressure or urgency to complete the deal -- walk away and take your business elsewhere. Consider seeking the advice of a family member, friend, or someone else you trust.

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