Reverse mortgages, like all mortgages, come with loan closing costs and fees, which are typically financed as part of the loan. The main downside of a reverse mortgage is in the worst case scenario where in a depreciating market, the homeowner could end up owing more on their loan than their home is worth. This is due to interest that accrues each month. It’s important to note that in this case, the bank would accept the home as collateral and NOT go after the beneficiaries for any balance.
