FAQs

HCS Equity has been providing capital to Trusts and Estates for over 20 years. We are well versed in working with trustees, court appointed conservators, fiduciaries, attorneys, or other family members that may be involved in this transaction.

Yes, your property can be in an irrevocable or revocable living trust.

No, your heirs or estate are not liable for this debt in the event of negative equity.

A credit report is necessary, but Reverse Relief does not have a minimum credit score requirement.

No, HCS Equity does require traditional income documentation such as tax returns, paystubs, or bank statements. The borrower should have sufficient monthly income to maintain the property tax and hazard insurance payments.

No, you can have an existing mortgage on your property and Reverse Relief will retire the existing debt as part of your new mortgage. This is a great way to relieve your monthly debt, obtain funds to fix up your home, maintain a comfortable lifestyle, or help out your family.

Yes, you are still responsible for paying all property taxes and hazard insurance for the home. The Reverse Relief program does NOT impound these payments, and they are required to be kept current. If your taxes or insurance are not paid on time, HCS Equity has the right to call the loan due or obtain

Reverse Relief is a fixed-rate loan program. The interest rate on your loan documents will not change during the term of your loan. Interest accrues and compounds on the outstanding balance based on the fixed rate represented on your loan documents.

Yes, your home can be lost to foreclosure during the term of the Reverse Relief loan or after the Maturity Date. It is important to read the loan documents and fully understand the terms of the Reverse Relief mortgage, including the importance of paying property taxes and hazard insurance on time.

The estate will have 6 months to pay the loan in full, from the date of death.