Question

When new college graduate Sami Hensen goes to visit her Great-Aunt Gertrude, she is surprised when the older relative tells her she is soon leaving on a cruise with friends. Sami cannot imagine how her great-aunt can afford such luxury, while living in a nice house in a peaceful neighborhood, and wonders if her aunt’s mental capacities are failing her. At her gentle inquiry about the costs, her Great-Aunt Gertrude laughs away her concern, telling her that she has been receiving monthly checks out of the equity she has in the home. Now Sami really thinks her old aunt is off her rocker! If Great-Aunt Gertrude is correct, which of the following statements is true of this situation?A. Gertrude has a Package Mortgage, which is commonly used in situations of people who are "house rich, cash poor." This type of loan is common for senior citizens.B. Gertrude has a Wraparound Mortgage, which provides for extra cash-in-hand.C. Gertrude has a fully-amortized loan, so she receives a monthly dividend.D. Gertrude has a Reverse Annuity Mortgage, which is a loan that must be repaid upon the owner’s death, if she moves elsewhere, or upon the sale of the property.

Answer 1

Answer: Gertrude has a Reverse Annuity Mortgage, which is a loan that must be repaid upon the owner’s death, if she moves elsewhere, or upon the sale of the property.

Step-by-step explanation:

A reverse annuity mortgage is referred to as a loan secured against the value of the home of a person which allows the owner cash in on some of the equity of the home without the person selling the house. This is what Simi's aunt is enjoying.

Therefore, the correct option is D "Gertrude has a Reverse Annuity Mortgage, which is a loan that must be repaid upon the owner’s death, if she moves elsewhere, or upon the sale of the property".