Counseling
Reverse mortgages are designed for homeowners at least 62 years old who are often on fixed incomes and involves what is usually everyone's most valuable asset - their home.
A counseling session can take place either face-to-face or by telephone. We will provide you a list of counselors. Loan originators are not permitted to direct you to a specific counselor or agency. Counseling is a great first step to ensure you understanding your options and All of the benefits of a reserve mortgage.
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Application, Fees, and Disclosure
we will conduct a financial assessment to ensure you have the financial stability to continue paying your property taxes, homeowners insurance, homeowners association dues, and other property charges.
An analysis will validate a budget that meets guidelines - including pensions, Social Security, IRAs and 401(k) plans – as well as your credit history. We will look closely at how much money is left over after paying typical living expenses and decide whether to set funds aside to pay for future tax and insurance payments. If we determine that you won't be able to keep up with property taxes and hazard insurance payments, we are authorized to set aside a certain amount of funds from your loan to pay future charges. The amount set-aside will be based on the life expectancy of the youngest borrower.
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Loan Processing and Underwriting
This determines the market value of the home. However, the final value is not established until the Underwriter reviews the appraisal and approves it.
After receiving all pertinent information from the homeowner and obtaining other required items, the loan package is submitted to the Underwriter for final approval. Underwriting involves verifying all information and making sure the loan complies with all laws and regulations.
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Closing
Once your loan has been approved, a closing (or signing) is scheduled with a title agent or attorney (depending on the state). We will confirm the payment plan with you, plus any requested cash lump sum agreed upon. Closing documents and final figures are prepared.
Please note - the HECM must always be in first position.
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Disbursement of Funds
You can receive the money all at once as a lump sum, in fixed monthly payments – either for a set term or for as long as you live in the home – as a line of credit, or as a combination of these.
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Life of Loan Information
A loan “Servicer“ manages the account and is responsible for disbursing payments to the homeowner and sending periodic statements. The Servicer also monitors the account to make sure real estate taxes are paid, insurance is maintained and the borrower continues to live in the property.
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Settling the Loan Account
The loan is repaid when the homeowner or last surviving spouse on title ceases to occupy the home as a principal residence. No debt will be left to the heirs and if the loan balance is less than the market value of the home, the additional equity is retained by the homeowner/heirs (if the home is sold). All reverse mortgage borrowers must be at least 62.
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- What is a reverse mortgage?
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A special type of home loan that allows you convert some of the equity in your home into cash. You built up equity in your home by making... Read More.
A special type of home loan that allows you convert some of the equity in your home into cash. You built up equity in your home by making mortgage payments over many years. The equity can be paid back to you. You will retain the title and ownership during the life of the loan, and you can sell your home at any time. The loan will not become due as long as you continue to live in the home, maintain your home and pay your property taxes and homeowners insurance
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Reverse Mortgages allow you to tap the equity in your home without making a monthly mortgage payment. Depending on your age, home value a... Read More.
Reverse Mortgages allow you to tap the equity in your home without making a monthly mortgage payment. Depending on your age, home value and equity, you may be able to access that equity in the form of cash. This can be delivered to you in one of four ways:
Lump sum at closing. Cash to you after the loan closes.
Receive funds as a monthly payment to you for either a set period of time or lifetime, depending on your needs.
Maintain funds as a Line of Credit where you can draw money as you need it, when you need it, in an amount you control. The unused Line of Credit will grow every month increasing the amount of money available to you regardless of your current property value. The “Growth feature” creates a wonderful hedge against inflation and property fluctuations.
Any combination of the above.
You can change your options as frequently as you like. This is truly the mortgage of choice and flexibility!
Read Less Still have questions? Ask Us. - With a Reverse Mortgage, do I still own my home?
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You will retain the title and ownership during the life of the loan, and you can sell your home at any time. The loan will not become due... Read More.
You will retain the title and ownership during the life of the loan, and you can sell your home at any time. The loan will not become due as long you continue to live in the home, maintain your home, and pay your property taxes and homeowner's insurance.
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Glossary
- Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM)
- A mortgage in which the interest rate is adjusted periodically based on a pre-selected index. It is also sometimes referred to as the renegotiable-rate mortgage, variable-rate mortgage, or Canadian-rollover mortgage.
- Adjustment Interval
- On an adjustable-rate mortgage, it is the time between changes in the interest rate and/or monthly payment — typically one, three or five years, depending on the index.
- Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
- An interest rate reflecting the cost of a mortgage as a yearly rate. This rate is likely to be higher than the stated note rate or advertised rate on the mortgage because it takes into account points and other credit costs. The APR allows homebuyers to compare different types of mortgages based on the annual cost for each loan.