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The tax spin on reverse mortgages

Q. My father is contemplating a reverse mortgage. Will he have to pay tax on the deal? E.C., Indianapolis

A
. No. With a reverse mortgage, the homeowner generally receives payments or a lump sum from a lender based on age and life expectancy, the current value of the home and other factors. The payments are treated as a tax-free return on investment. But the loan must be repaid, with interest, when the homeowner moves, sells the home or passes away.

Tip: A reverse mortgage typically comes with strings attached, although the 2008 housing law limits such fees.

Small Business Tax Deduction Strategies: 10 tips on Section 179, home office write-offs for the self-employed, tax deductions for vehicles, rental depreciation, real estate capital gains and more!

1 Response to "The tax spin on reverse mortgages"

 
Leeann Kearley
said this on 22 Oct 2009 10:54:09 AM EST
This is the only way I know of to receive tax free money with no payments due as long as home is the primary residence.




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