Second opinions are usually helpful. Who else should you involve? Perhaps you have a trusted friend or advisor who knows your circumstances, or someone who is generally good at figuring things out or discussing them with you. Perhaps it's your adult children. Perhaps not. Whoever you decide on, consider inviting them to the counseling session that is required for Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) applicants. They can be an important second set of ears. … Back to Article
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