In general, there is 4 years of college, followed by 4 years of  medical school, followed by 3 to 5 years of residency.   There are a few programs that combine college an â¦ d medical school to  6 or 7 years (depending on the program) instead of the 8 years.  A lot of school, but if it is your passion, well worth it!! You  need a medical degree, plus a residency in pediatrics. There are a few programs that combine college an â¦ d medical school to  6 or 7 years (depending on the program) instead of the 8 years.   A lot of school, but if it is your passion, well worth it!! You  need a medical degree, plus a residency in pediatrics.
You must own your home. For some reverse mortgage loans you must be at least 60 years old and for others you must be at least 70 years of age and have a low income. Note: For FHA reverse mortgages (HECM), you must be at least 62 years old. Your home must be your primary residence; you must live in it for more than half of the year.
You can pay, potentially, thousands of dollars to get a reverse mortgage. The costs you would need to pay are the same costs that you would pay to get a traditional mortgage. Here are estimates on typical costs you will find on either a reverse mortgage or a traditional mortgage. 1  Appraisal $350.