I spent about two hours with a senior and her family building a plan for her to downsize.   I knew this would be tough because of past family dynamics. There were some pretty heated words said, but not at me.  I kept the discussion centered on what is best for Mom (and definitely staying in a huge two story house with a $660.00 monthly income wouldn’t work).  The son was really angry at his mother and it was not a fun time.  But we persevered and I got them focused on a plan and how to get a family Trust put together to protect Mom and their mutual interests.  So everyone thanked me and we left. The next morning I had a call from Mom, and she was in tears.  She told me how much she appreciated my time and how for the first time in years her family was talking.   She is thrilled that they are going to develop a plan for her financial security and sell the half million dollar home, down size, and end up with $300,000 cash investments, a $200,000 home, no mortgage payments, and a financially secure life. Another Reverse Mortgage for Purchase victory!