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I am 87 and received a HECM Loan. The maximum claim is $250,000. Due to age and other factors, the credit limit was expected to reach the maximum claim limit. Withdrawals were denied when the balance was around $225,000, and no withdrawals have been allowed since the servicer has been getting compound interest each month. HUD has been assessing fees... Read Full Article
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How long could that homeowner be absent (e.g., on an extended vacation) before they would be considered not residing in the house? Would they be allowed someone else living in the house to care for them? I will start with the second question as it is more straightforward to answer without reservations. The reverse mortgage does not prohibit a borrower... Read Full Article
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UPDATE: The devastating fires in Los Angeles County prompted the Federal Housing Administration to publish FHA Info #2025-07 as a reminder to lenders about its guidance for servicing and originating FHA-insured mortgages in Presidentially Declared Major Disaster Areas (PDMDA). FHA provides HECM lenders an automatic 90-day extension from the date of the PDMDA foreclosure moratorium expiration date to commence or... Read Full Article
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Reverse mortgages have had many famous faces over the years. From iconic television and film actors to one-time US presidential candidates, celebrities from all walks of life have espoused the many advantages a reverse mortgage can provide for older homeowners in their retirement years. While spokesmen have come and gone over the years, let's take a look at some of... Read Full Article
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I have a reverse mortgage, and I’m having problems with it. Was it legal to get a reverse mortgage without my lawyer explaining the situation? I never knew the pros and cons of a reverse mortgage. I think it’s a legal way to swindle homeowners out of their homes. How can I get out of the reverse mortgage? I’m sorry... Read Full Article
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I am a Professional Real Estate Investor in Florida. I purchase a lot of properties at the foreclosure auction at the clerk of the courts. My questions are: 1. Is there a way to find out what is owed on a reverse mortgage on a property going to the auction? 2. Is there a formula to calculate the maximum borrowed... Read Full Article
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How long does a reverse mortgage take to close? Can it be completed in a month or less? [arlo_toc] Reverse Mortgages can close in 30 days. Closing a reverse mortgage within 30 days is achievable, particularly when all the necessary elements align perfectly. This ideal scenario includes the borrower completing their mandatory counseling, promptly returning the signed application, and... Read Full Article
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Can a reverse mortgage company request more than the seller asked for when selling a home with a reverse mortgage? [arlo_toc] This is a common concern among homeowners and heirs dealing with reverse mortgages. The answer depends on the circumstances surrounding the sale. In this article, we’ll break down scenarios like inheriting a home with a reverse mortgage, conducting a... Read Full Article
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I applied for a reverse mortgage ten months ago with the understanding that I was applying for a ten-year reverse mortgage. Then, I received a letter from the servicing department that the final monthly payment would end on October 2. After calling the lender who wrote up the package and then checking, it was determined that the person processing my... Read Full Article
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I'm going through a company called AIG Reverse Mortgage. However, I was told to replace 2 wall furnaces first, but I don't have the $2,500.00 to get it done. The company told me I was responsible before we started the reverse mortgage. Is this true? Please Help! AIG would be correct in that HUD requires a permanent heat source in... Read Full Article