What are the basic requirements for a reverse mortgage?

To be eligible for a reverse mortgage, you’ll need to meet the requirements set by the federal government:

  • All borrowers must be age 62 or older (this applies to all co-owners listed on the home’s title).
  • The home must be your principal residence. And it must meet standards set by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on property type and condition. You may be able to use your reverse mortgage to pay for any required repairs in order to meet these standards.
  • Eligible property types include single-family homes, 2- to 4-unit properties, manufactured homes meeting certain criteria, condominiums that are approved by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and townhouses. Co-ops do not qualify.

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Very Helpful and Answered My Questions I talked to 3 different RV mortgage companies to start with and all of them wanted me to sign up, offering very little information. Then I talked to Larry McAnarney. He was very helpful explaining details and answered my questions very well. He was very patient with me and we closed the reverse mortgage. I would highly recommend him for reverse mortgage loan.    

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Larry treated me respectfully Larry treated me respectfully, explained every step in the process. He was always there for any questions I had. I would recommend him to all my friends and family.

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Larry Made it Great Larry McAnarney made it great. Give him a raise. .

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