Reverse Mortgage News By Hecmworld

[Yahoo Finance] The HUD-approved HECM counseling agency Greenpath Financial Wellness reveals the shocking truth 20% of counselees are facing. [Housing Wire] Industry expert Dan Hultquist explains how most home equity advice is not appropriate for older homeowners.  [The Daily Mail] Thanks to new assessment fees, many older Florida condo owners are forced to sell their condos for pennies on the dollar. Watch our video podcast here!

[NBC 9 News] One Colorado couple filed suit against home equity investment provider Unison, seeking class action status. [Housing Wire] The numbers tell the story. For the first time, private reverse mortgage dollar volume surpassed HECMs. Money Digest] These are baby boomers' spending habits that undermine their retirement security. Watch our video podcast here!

[Money Talks News] Homeowners' insurance companies are using digital surveillance to spy on homeowners to cancel policies and increase premiums. Here’s how they can fight back. [Housing Wire] First American Title files suit seeking to freeze $1.6M in Novad Asset Management assets.  [Chattanooga Times Free Press] More older homeowners are learning the cost of staying in a home not suited to age in place. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] A widow of a HECM borrower was seeking non-borrowing spouse protections until she was foreclosed on. A Lawsuit followed. [Housing Wire] A default judgment led to one creditor attempting to force withdrawals from one HECM borrower's line of credit. Here's what the courts said.  [HECMWorld] Reverse plus Analyzer is now integrated with these proprietary loans. Watch our video podcast here!

[HECMWorld] Reverse mortgage news round-up: Four stories in four-minutes. [RMI] Reverse Market Insight's Market Minute with Jon McCue. [Kipliner] HELOCs and the equity lending landscape have changed. New conversations in home equity lending. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] President Trump signs two executive orders that address housing affordability and homebuyers' credit. [HECMWorld] Exclusive Interview: Sometimes a HECM or reverse mortgage isn’t the right fit. Do homeowners always need zero mortgage payments? HighTechLending’s Eric Ellsworth shared how Equity Select can help to fill the gaps. [Housing Wire] How home modifications and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) help homeowners age in place. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] How state lawmakers’ response to HEI contracts can undermine reverse mortgage perceptions. [HECMWorld] Exclusive Interview: Mark O'Neil on Mutual of Omaha Mortgage's sponsorship of a reverse mortgage certification with the National Association of Mortgage Brokers. [Housing Wire] A leading housing analyst notes how the Iran war and oil disruptions are driving up mortgage rates. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] This housing inventory map may surprise you. [NRMLA] NRMLA requests changes to New Jersey HECM counseling bill. [Yahoo] Occupancy certifications aren't only for HECM loans. They're being required for some traditional mortgage holders.   Watch our video podcast here!

[Allaire Elder Law] Structuring a reverse mortgage with Medicaid. [HECMWorld] An inside look at Fairway's new certification partnership. [NAR] Many only have $1K in retirement savings. Home equity may be a lifeline.  Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] These are the challenges mortgage pros will face in 2026. [Money Made] I want to stay. My children want me to downsize. [Fairway Mortgage] Fairway and NAIFA launch the Certified Home Equity Advisor (CHEA) designation. Watch our video podcast here!

[The Sacramento Bee] Californians spend almost half their income on their mortgage.  [Housing Wire] Barry Habib, Logan Mohtashami say housing market set for pent-up demand surge. [Oregon Live] Impacted HECM borrowers may receive payouts from banned loan servicers as part of a CFPB settlement. Watch our video podcast here!

[Allianz Life] Workers are increasingly raiding their 401(k)s.  [Wallet Hub] These are the best and worst places to retire. [Oregon Live] Family frets about costs of settling their father's estate, which has a reverse mortgage. Watch our video podcast here!

[New York Times] Here’s why retirees are more likely to be denied a mortgage or home equity loan.  [Housing Wire] HighTechLending launches a second-lien position version of Equity Select. [Longbridge Financial] Cybersecurity tips for seniors. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] Here's why many seniors' homes sell for less. [Justia] Ask a lawyer: Should I sign an heirship release on my dad's house? [RMI] Reverse Market Insight's Market Minute with Jon McCue. Watch our video podcast here!

[Reddit] My in-laws are in over their heads with their mortgage. What should I do? [Housing Wire] Social Security earned benefits at risk under proposed reforms. [Realtor.com] How a $6 trillion wealth transfer is fueling luxury real estate. Watch our video podcast here!

[Investopedia] The average retiree has this much home equity. [Housing Wire] How one lender ranked #1 in 2025 despite a tepid market. [NewsWeek] Here are the cities where home values are expected to fall the most in 2026. Watch our video podcast here!

[Las Vegas Real Estate Review] Which is less expensive? Downsizing or getting a reverse mortgage? [Housing Wire] A judge rules against HomeTap's defense strategy: lawsuit will continue. [Housing Wire] Logan Mohtashami’s 2026 housing market forecast. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] NRMLA responds to the CFPB's proposed changes to Reg B that would substantially impact the HECM program. [News Break] Here's when Dave Ramsey recommends taking Social Security benefits as early as possible. [JP Morgan Asset Management] JP Morgan’s analysis reveals the true impacts credit card debt has on retirement savings and preparedness. Watch our video podcast here!

[The Cato Institute] Survey reveals most expect Social Security benefits will be cut in the future [Business Wire] A $2.5 billion capital commitment from Blue Owl to Finance of America sends an important signal about the future of reverse mortgage lending. [Reverse Market Insight] Reverse Market Insight’s Market Minute with Jon McCue reviewing all the latest trends in HECM originations. Watch our video podcast here!

[Housing Wire] How 'shadow listings' reduce senior homeowners' final sales price. [Housing Wire] HUD extends the comment period in the Federal Register for proposed HECM reforms. [Housing Wire] Why credit report costs will skyrocket in 2026. Watch our video podcast here!