The Question
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I am a 65 year old woman with 2 properties and low income to debt ratio on mortgages. I am wondering about a restructuring plan that doesn’t involve selling. Cash flow problem…
How will your cash flow problem be fixed later on? How about a second job or a side hustle? What have you done to cut back expenses to free up cash flow already? Are you ready to take on additional debt on your properties, and how will you repay it if cash flow is already an issue?
One of the pitfalls of real estate is the lack of liquidity; however, there are options out there to access some of the equity. Depending on your situation, I would be careful not to solve one problem only to create a larger one down the road. With that said, here are four options that may help you. And don’t forget to understand the risk involved.
1. Home equity line of credit
2. Home equity loan
3. Cash out refinance
4. Reverse mortgage
Good luck on your financial journey,
Nathan Mueller, MBA, Certified Financial Planner Practioner®
Disclosure: This is for educational purposes and does not constitute advice. Consult a licensed professional to go over your unique situation.
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