Can I use a reverse mortgage to purchase a home?

Yes, with the HECM (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage) for Purchase loan, qualified borrowers can use their loan proceeds to buy a home that better suits their needs and lifestyle. It’s a home financing option that can make it easier for buyers age 62 and older to afford the home they want, while preserving more of their savings.

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Larry was Recommended to Me Larry McAnarney was recommended to me by a mortgage banker at Evanston Community Bank. When I called Larry, he was very helpful and insightful to set me in the direction in filling out all the documents needed to process the reverse mortgage. If anyone needs help in getting a reverse mortgage, Larry is the person to use    

Mike & Gail M — Jan 19, 2022

Larry is One of the Best I have always considered myself very comfortable financially. That is until a number of uncontrollable events occurred and most of my remaining retirement assets were in bricks. Fortunately, I met Larry a few years ago and remembered hearing about his experience and knowledge in investments, real estate and the markets in general. Having recently lost my husband I did not want to involve family in personal financial discussions, I called Larry. Larry's patience and experience in clearly explaining my options made him very easy to work with. I never felt rushed to make a decision, even after I was approved and then backed away to look at another lender. He didn't "pester" me. He left me alone to think. I came back because I knew he was looking out for my best interest. I spent my career in sales & marketing and am very familiar with selling a high-end product. Larry is one of the best. He kept the needs of his customer his primary objective. Thanks to Larry I am on my feet again.    

Roberta D — Oct 21, 2021

Larry did an Excellent Job Larry did an excellent job of keeping our loan moving forward during a very difficult loan transaction.    

Ed K — Aug 19, 2021

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