Success Stories
We finally stopped worrying about monthly bills
Retired couple — Los Altos, Long Beach
John and Maria were living comfortably but still had a $1,700/month mortgage payment that made budgeting stressful.
What they did:
They used a reverse mortgage to pay off their existing mortgage, eliminating their payment entirely.
The Result
- They gained almost $2,000/month in cash flow
- Stopped worrying about credit card balances
- Finally had room in their budget for travel
- Felt like they could breathe again
Maria told me, “This is the first time in years we’re not worried about the first of the month.”
I was able to stay in my home after losing my husband.
Widow — Lakewood Village, Long Beach
After her husband passed away, Evelyn wasn’t sure she could afford the mortgage on her own.
What she did:
She took out a reverse mortgage, which:
- Paid off her traditional mortgage
- Created additional monthly income
- Provided a line of credit for emergencies
The Result
She stayed in the home she’d lived in for 38 years and no longer worried about rising expenses.
Evelyn said, “This home is full of memories. I’m so grateful I didn’t have to leave.”
It allowed me to afford in-home caregiving.
Senior needing support — Belmont Shore
Robert was recovering from surgery and needed part-time caregiving several days a week.
What he did:
He used a reverse mortgage line of credit to pay for:
- In-home care
- Physical therapy
- Mobility modifications to his bathroom
The Result
He recovered safely, stayed independent, and avoided the cost of assisted living.
Robert shared, “I didn’t want to move into a facility. This let me stay home with dignity.”
We used a reverse mortgage to cover rising property taxes.
Retired teachers — Bixby Knolls
Property taxes in Long Beach had increased for several consecutive years, putting a strain on Sam and Lori’s fixed income.
What they did:
They set up a monthly reverse mortgage payment to help cover:
- Property taxes
- Insurance
- Utilities
The Result
Their budget stabilized, and they kept their home without stress.
Lori said, “Every year tax time used to scare us. Not anymore.”
The line of credit saved us during a medical emergency.
Couple managing sudden health expenses — Seal Beach
David had an unexpected medical emergency that resulted in several weeks of rehab and significant out-of-pocket costs.
What they did:
They had set up a reverse mortgage line of credit two years earlier and hadn’t touched it.
The Result
- They used their growing line of credit
- Avoided dipping into retirement accounts
- Avoided high-interest loans
- Maintained financial stability
His wife said, “If we didn’t have the reverse mortgage, I don’t know what we would have done