Aging America reshapes retirement, exposes divides
The experience of aging remains sharply unequal, shaped by gaps in savings, access to workplace plans and the rising cost of health care.
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NRMLA backs New Jersey bill clarifying reverse mortgage rules
NRMLA said the current statute does not align with how reverse mortgages are structured or used by older homeowners.
HUD tightens rules for FHA appraiser roster
HUD is tightening the connection between an appraiser’s state license and their ability to perform FHA work.
Judge blocks key Hometap defenses in Massachusetts HEI lawsuit
The state alleges that Hometap’s flagship home equity investment (HEI) product is an “illegal, deceptive, oppressive and unconscionable mortgage that violates the criminal usury statute.”
Texas proposes property tax cuts for homeowners 55+
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s “Operation Double Nickel” proposes lowering the senior property tax benefit age to 55 and expanding exemptions.
Poll finds broad support for independent Social Security commission
Seventy-one percent of respondents said they favor Congress establishing such a body, reflecting broad frustration with lawmakers.
New View Advisors floats sweeping changes to HECM, HMBS programs
New View Advisors urges HUD to cut upfront MIP and simplify HECM products, citing rising private-label share and MMI Fund strength.
NRMLA speaks out on the future of federal reverse mortgage programs
After federal housing leaders issued a request for information in October about the future of two key reverse mortgage programs, the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) weighed in last week with a detailed list of suggestions.
HECM endorsements spike in November amid shutdown backlog
Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) endorsements saw an artificial increase in November due to the government shutdown, an effect that may continue into December.
MBA lays out proposed changes for federal reverse mortgage programs
MBA proposes seven reforms for the HECM and HMBS programs, including new securitization options and changes to mortgage insurance premiums.