Some people are addicted to gambling and lose a large amount gambling online and offline leaving them with no savings for their old age. However if the gambler has a house in a posh location, he or she may be able to get enough money to cover the regular expenses of food, clothes, repairs, healthcare, by taking a reverse mortgage on the home. Though the reverse mortgage company may also offer a large amount as advance, it is advisable for the gambler to opt for monthly payment, as there is a possibility that the advance may be lost gambling.