Reverse mortgage lines of credit remain underused in retirement planning as advisers cite risk and perception challenges.

First, contributions to a traditional IRA get to go in on a pre-tax basis. That allows you to shield some income from taxes.

Home equity investment platforms continue to attract dollars from the venture capital community but also face a proposed de facto ban in one state.

The obvious benefit of tapping your 401 (k) for a down payment on a house is that it is a quick source of cash, assuming you have built up a decent balance. There are limits on how much you can borrow ...

How old is too old for a 30-year mortgage? It's just one of a number of questions that older Americans face when they are looking to buy a home later in life.

The standard deduction is bigger than ever, itemizing rules have changed, and new deductions complicate matters. Here’s how ...

How old is too old for a 30-year mortgage? It's just one of a number of questions that older Americans face when they are ...

Your home equity is the market value of your home minus any outstanding debt on your property — including primary mortgages ...

Answer: What a nightmare. If it helps, take comfort in knowing that you won’t be on the hook if the house doesn’t sell for ...

Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to tap into the equity they’ve built up in their homes without having to make monthly ...

Both products are worth exploring for seniors this year. Here's how to determine which could be best for you now.

Our dad is 93 and has a reverse mortgage on his house, where he lived until recently with my brother and my brother’s friend.