How Does A Reverse Mortgage Affect Medicaid Qualification?

My 66 year old mother is considering a reverse mortgage, but even with that supplemental income potential, she will still need to apply for Medicaid to cover prescription expenses. Will a reverse mortgage affect her qualification for Medicaid?

2 Responses to “How Does A Reverse Mortgage Affect Medicaid Qualification?”

  • Judy says:

    Factoid:
    Most people move out of their home at age 82 with a reverse mortgage.
    If she is typical she will have nothing to her name when she sells the home.
    To me – reverse mortgages are a scam that needs regulation by the federal goverment.
    Reverse mortgages are robbing the trusting and elderly.
    Just like ARM loans did.
    Sell the house – get the cash out – buy a small condo or rent.
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  • Jenny B says:

    Yes of course it will since her cash assets improve. She is on Medicare and would then be expected to purchase Prescription coverage at a cost of 35 a month