S6 Ep32: Weekend Nevada - Live & Local - 4/25/2026 Hour 2

In the second hour of 'Weekend Nevada - Live & Local,' host John Potter continues his conversation with reverse mortgage specialist Patricia Wood, diving deep into the benefits and nuances of reverse mortgages, particularly the HomeSafe Second program designed for those aged 55 and older. Wood emphasizes the growing demand for these financial tools amid rising interest rates and financial stress, highlighting how tapping into home equity can alleviate credit card debt and fund life-enhancing experiences like travel or home improvements. She shares a touching story of a 90-year-old client who used a reverse mortgage to stay in her home with 24/7 in-home care, avoiding a nursing home. The segment also covers the increasing popularity of private-label reverse mortgages, which now surpass FHA-backed loans in volume, offering more flexibility for seniors with higher home values. Later, comedian and actor Tom Arnold joins the show, sharing humorous and heartfelt stories from his life, including his 'My Crazy Ex-Wife Comedy Tour,' a harrowing swatting incident involving his ex-wife, and his long-running career in entertainment. Arnold reflects on his relationships, diet struggles, and upcoming projects, including a Christmas movie where he reunites with a former child co-star. The episode closes with Potter’s signature mix of local news, quirky national holidays, and community updates, including earthquake activity, a motorcycle race, and a tree-planting event in Gardnerville.