Larry McAnarney
815-703-4745

Buying a Home

Home Equity Conversion Mortgage for Purchase (H4P)

Did you know there’s a financing option specifically for homebuyers who are age 62 and older, which can help you get the funds you need to buy the home you want?

How does it work?

With H4P, you can purchase a home by combining a one-time investment of your own funds (down payment) with loan proceeds from a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) to complete the transaction. As with a traditional “forward”mortgage, the home you are purchasing secures the loan.

However, unlike a traditional mortgage, monthly mortgage payments are optional, which can help increase your cash flow. You own the home as long as you live in it. The loan does not have to be repaid until you sell the home or no longer live there as your primary residence. In order for the loan to remain in good standing, you must meet certain home ownership obligations — which include maintaining the property, and keeping current with property-related taxes and insurance payments.

The cash required (down payment) typically ranges from 29% to 65%, depending on your age. (The older you are, the more reverse mortgage proceeds you can receive.) This down payment range assumes closing costs will be financed into the loan.

To learn more, contact me today to get your free Home Buyer’s Guide.

Larry McAnarney

HECM Loan Specialist

NMLS# 21059 | 815-703-4745

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Incredibly Patient: Larry was incredibly patient with my mother as we worked through the reverse mortgage process. He was great at keeping us updated and he took the initiative to work through an issue allowing a better result. I would recommend Larry 100%.

Renee O — Mar 26, 2025

We Were Very Pleased Larry McAnarney was very thorough and responsive as we process our reverse mortgage loan. He was always available when we needed him and very prompt in his responses. He knew his product well and communicated with us in a way we could understand.

John & Tonya M — Jan 25, 2022

The Customer Comes First Her I have been very happy with all of my dealings with Larry McAnarney. He has the drive needed to handle all the details in a timely manner but explain the steps and concepts in an easy to understand and gentle, laid back manner. Never a hard sell with Larry. With a plan to close the transaction before the first of the month, Larry kept the momentum going until all was settled with four days to spare. He was available for questions and advice at all times which was very beneficial because of the timetable involved. Professional and engaging. Win-Win-Win.

Valerie D — Jan 30, 2015