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Abstract Taiwan has been witnessing a demographic shift since 2020, as the crude birth rate fell below the crude death rate, signaling that deaths outnumber births. This is indicative of an aging population, which is set to intensify as Taiwan is expected to become a super-aged society by 2025, where more than 20% of the population will be elderly. This aging trend brings various social challenges, including the need for medical resource allocation and increased demand for long-term care. Additionally, the labor market is affected as the working-age population ages due to a decline in fertility rates and an increase in life expectancy. By 2070, a significant portion of the working population will be middle-aged and elderly. This demographic change calls for measures to keep them engaged in the workforce, adjusting work conditions to meet their needs, and updating their skills through education and training. Moreover, the rising number of elderly individuals living alone, often lacking support from family or eldercare resources, highlights the necessity for policies to address these issues. One such policy is the "reverse mortgage," introduced by the government in 2013. It allows the elderly to use their real estate properties as collateral for loans, providing financial support while enabling them to continue living in their homes. This is particularly crucial for those who are emotionally attached to their homes and those whose property values make them ineligible for low-income support. In essence, the reverse mortgage policy offers elderly individuals an alternative to maintain their preferred lifestyles post-retirement with necessary financial backing. This policy plays a vital role in managing the challenges of a super-aged society and improving the living conditions of the elderly. However, its implementation demands vigilant monitoring to ascertain fairness, transparency, and practicability. Keywords: Home Equity Conversion, Reverse Mortgage, Birth Rate and Death Rate, Life Expectancy, Aging in Place.
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