Judge blocks key Hometap defenses in Massachusetts HEI lawsuit

The state alleges that Hometap’s flagship residential investment property (HEI) product is an “illegal, deceptive, oppressive and unconscionable mortgage in violation of the criminal usury statute.” Squires-Lee’s ruling means Hometap cannot argue that past interactions with government regulators — including meetings in which the company says it described its product and was not told to […]

HUD reverse mortgage advice removal risks senior protection

NatEquity is a California-based originator, administrator and portfolio manager of lifetime shared valuation products for equity access. The company advertises itself as a national provider of equity access for senior homeowners. According to its website, the company’s mission is “to help senior homeowners in coastal California access their home equity to relieve financial stress and […]

The industry is looking to HUD RFI for changes to the reverse mortgage program

“It is a good indication that HUD and Ginnie Mae are paying close attention to these critically important programs given our nation’s aging population,” said Steve Irwin, chairman of the National Association of Reverse Mortgage Lenders (NMRLA). “They can not only create greater efficiencies, but also reduce the regulatory burden that may come with these […]