10/10/2026
Zero monthly mortgage payments sounds like a dream for homeowners 55+. Almost nobody looks at the compounding math.
Under a Canadian reverse mortgage, interest compounds on interest over time. At an illustrative 7.00% rate, a $250,000 initial advance compounds to roughly $491,000 in 10 years and over $960,000 in 20 years.
When a Reverse Mortgage is Genius:
β’ Unlocking tax-free capital without selling during a soft market cycle.
β’ Providing living inheritances to children for primary home down payments.
β’ Non-recourse protection ensures you never owe more than fair market value upon death or sale.
When it is a Costly Mistake:
β’ Using it as a short-term band-aid when a conventional equity refinance or debt restructuring would preserve hundreds of thousands in estate wealth.
Model the long-term compounding numbers before encumbering your primary residence.
Speak with the Kraft Mortgages Advisory Team for an unvarnished equity analysis.
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