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The Financial Strain of Mortgage Debt in Retirement
This chapter examines the financial difficulties older adults encounter while living on fixed incomes, with a particular emphasis on the pressures of mortgage debt. It highlights how allocating a significant portion of their income to housing costs can lead to vulnerabilities for elderly homeowners, especially in the face of unexpected expenses.
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