Down Size for Retirement

Of those 55 and over who have purchased a home recently or are considering purchasing a home in next 12 months - 23% want to pay cash; 60% want to put a down payment of 30% or greater; 15% a moderate down payment of 10-30%. Here is a where a reverse mortgage for purchase can help, with as little as 35% down, and NO monthly payment ever. Easier to qualify for as well. As folks enter retirement age, liquidity and cash-flow are more important home equity.