LESA | Reverse Mortgage Glossary

LESA

Life Expectancy Set-Aside; reserves part of proceeds to pay taxes and insurance.

Plain English

Life Expectancy Set-Aside; reserves part of proceeds to pay taxes and insurance.

Everyday analogy

Think of this as one piece of a loan puzzle. See our complete glossary or what is a reverse mortgage guide for context.

When this is NOT a good fit

Understanding terms does not mean a reverse mortgage is right for you. Review our eligibility and foreclosure guides before deciding.