February has brought several key developments impacting HECM lending and HUD/FHA operations and reporting.
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FHA Delinquencies: A Canary in the Coal Mine?
The latest mortgage data isn’t painting a pretty picture. A key segment of residential mortgages is showing signs of trouble.
Continue readingChaos in the Crossfire
Problems often come all at once. Here’s how to better manage the battle amid the chaos and fog of war…
Continue readingWhat Led to California’s Insurance Exodus
A look at the factors that led to several insurance companies choosing to no longer offer policies in the Golden State.
Continue readingHMBS 2.0, where art thou?
It was hoped that Ginnie Mae’s new HMBS 2.0 (a revamped HECM mortgage-backed securities program) would be released in 2024. This week an update on the HMBS 2.0 program’s progress and the role MBS play in reverse mortgage lending.
Continue reading15 Ways to Boost Your Sales in 2025
Here are 15 proven strategies to build and then protect your sales pipeline in 2025 and beyond.
Continue reading7 Sales-Killing Beliefs
This wee we examine seven self-defeating mindsets that kill potential reverse mortgage deals.
Continue reading4 Pitfalls to Avoid in 2025
If you want a better chance of thriving in 2025 than last year consider avoiding these four significant pitfalls in the new year.
Continue readingCheerleading isn’t just for sports- it’s for reverse mortgage lending.
Cheerleading isn’t just for sports- it’s also for reverse mortgage lending. Here are four ways to cheer on your potential borrowers, applicants, and clients.
Continue readingSix Ways to Avoid the Holiday Slump
There are two types of reverse mortgage stories you’ll likely never see in the media. What are they and how can we improve the accuracy when reporting about reverse mortgages?
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