In this episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast, Chris Willis is joined by colleagues Megan Burns, Jason Manning, and Punit Marwaha to explore the arcane world of reverse mortgages. They provide valuable insights about how these unique financial products work, the regulatory landscape, and the litigation hurdles faced by reverse mortgage servicers. Listen to this episode to hear real-life examples highlighting the complexities reverse mortgage servicers may face when dealing with reverse mortgages, including loan origination requirements, the involvement of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal Housing Administration guidelines, alleged third-party fraud, and the sensitivity around elderly borrowers.
Transcript: Unlocking the Secrets of Reverse Mortgages (PDF)