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A new disclosure form for refinancing?

A new disclosure form for refinancing?

Shannon Hicks October 13, 2010 0

If it seems like the purpose of this article is to throw ice water on the enthusiasm expressed in the industry about switching and higher proceeds, in small part it is. It is

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2011: Year of Recovery?

2011: Year of Recovery?

Shannon Hicks October 11, 2010 4

A bullish outlook for 2011… We have just finished perhaps two of the most challenging years the reverse mortgage industry has ever faced. The 2009 PLF (Principal Limit Factor) cuts, plunging home values and

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After the Financial Interview Tool (FIT) and BCU

After the Financial Interview Tool (FIT) and BCU

Shannon Hicks October 3, 2010 5

Part 2 (Your thoughts after…) Last month (September 11th) brought the implementation of the Financial Interview Tool & Benefits Check Up (BCU) as part of HUD counseling for all reverse mortgage applicants. Please give

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No Lead Left Behind

No Lead Left Behind

Shannon Hicks September 25, 2010 1

It would be nice to say that we never lose a reverse mortgage lead (potential sale) due to a lack of follow up, but how does one truly live up to the motto “no

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New Video: Industry Update #3

New Video: Industry Update #3

Shannon Hicks September 24, 2010 0

Weekly video recap updating professionals on industry changes in the reverse mortgage marketplace. Return here each Friday for new videos

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NEW Video: Industry Update #2

Shannon Hicks September 17, 2010 0

Weekly video recap updating professionals on industry changes in the reverse mortgage marketplace. Return here each Friday for new videos

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The risks of health & not staying in the home with a reverse mortgage

The risks of health & not staying in the home with a reverse mortgage

Shannon Hicks September 10, 2010 0

Watch below. The risks of health & not staying in the home with a reverse mortgage…  Watch the full episode. See more Nightly Business Report

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