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Reverse Mortgage Consumer Safeguards |
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The safest type of reverse mortgage is the HECM and it’s also the most used. Here are some of its important consumer safeguard features:
:: Standard & Capped Interest Rates: No matter the lender, the interest rate it’s the same and is
calculated based on the 1-year U.S. Treasury Constant Maturity Rate.
:: Limitation on Fees: a 2% origination fee is set by HUD. As you may already know, it may
financed as part of your mortgage.
:: Advance Disclosure: The lender has the obligation to present the borrower the total payment
plantover the life of the loan. That way, the senior will know exactly the costs of the reverse mortgage.
:: Independent Counseling: Prior to the mortgage application, the potential borrower will need to
meet an independent HUD counselor.
:: No Maturity Date: You can’t be forced to pay the mortgage until you sell it or move.
:: No Prepayment Penalty: You are not obligated to pay the loan early but, if you want to, you can
do it without having to pay any additional fees.
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