10-18-26 - The House After You're Gone: What Happens to Your Home, Your Heirs, and Your Legacy?
Podcasts > Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for You? with Cheryl Scheidell
Sunday, October 18, 2026
What happens to your home when you pass away and have a reverse mortgage? Will your children be able to keep the house? What if the loan balance exceeds the property's value? And what protections may apply to a surviving spouse?
In this interview-style episode, Lydia Wietsma asks Cheryl Scheidell the questions homeowners and families need answered. They discuss reverse mortgage repayment, inheritance, surviving spouses, selling a family home, and practical steps homeowners can take to prepare their families for the future.
Topics include:
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What happens to a reverse mortgage when the borrower passes away.
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Options heirs may have to keep or sell the home.
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What the HECM non-recourse feature means.
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Surviving-spouse considerations.
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How a reverse mortgage may affect the equity available to heirs.
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Why family conversations and estate planning matter.
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Practical steps homeowners can take now.
Upcoming Reverse Mortgage Educational Sessions
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October 28, 3:00–5:00 PM — Scottsdale
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November 17 — Tempe
Visit ReverseMortgageAndBeyond.com for event details.
Contact Cheryl Scheidell
Reverse Mortgage Specialist / Senior Mortgage Loan Originator
Barrett Financial Group, L.L.C.
Phone: 480-817-4324
Email: [email protected]
Website: ReverseMortgageAndBeyond.com
YouTube: @reversemortgageandbeyond with Cheryl Scheidell
Contact Lydia Wietsma
NextHome Power Realty
Phone: 602-363-1720
Email: [email protected]
Website: ProbateRealtyHelp.com
Listen: Sundays at 3:30 PM Arizona time on AM 960 KKNT, The Patriot.
Educational Disclaimer: This program is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, investment, or individualized financial advice. Reverse mortgage eligibility, terms, protections, and repayment requirements vary by loan type and individual circumstances. Consult your loan servicer and qualified legal and financial professionals regarding your situation.
Barrett Financial Group, L.L.C. | NMLS #181106
Cheryl Scheidell | NMLS #886425
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This is not a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit approval and applicable program requirements.
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