They expanded their services by acquiring Financial Freedom in 2004 who were experts in
the reverse mortgage business.
The reverse mortgage business segment focuses on the origination, securitization and servicing of reverse mortgage loans.
Bank of America Home Loans entered
the reverse mortgage business in 2006 and expanded its presence in 2007 following the acquisition of Reverse Mortgage of America in 2007 and Countrywide Financial Corporation in 2008.
As more lenders expand into
the reverse mortgage business and more products are introduced, NRMLA's Standards and Ethics Committee published the Code of Ethics & Professional Responsibility to help strengthen the ethical framework that every member must follow.
You need help building
your reverse mortgage business.
In 2011, Wells Fargo & Co. and Bank of America backed out of
the reverse mortgage business, citing reasons like unpredictable home values and the high level of delinquencies at the time.
As mentioned before, there are significant opportunities for a formerly «forward» mortgage only originator to enter
the reverse mortgage business, in part because «forward» mortgage companies have in place a great deal of infrastructure and operating assets that could easily support expanding into reverse mortgages.
The same is true for
the reverse mortgage business.
Discounts on conference fees Our annual meeting and regional conferences enable you to network, discuss major issues, and exchange ideas on business development and management with the most knowledgeable people in
the reverse mortgage business.
If you are entering
the reverse mortgage business and looking for a quick sell, this is NOT the market for you.
Whether you are an industry veteran or a newcomer to
the reverse mortgage business, one option to stay ahead of the competition is to seek advice from a marketing specialist who can help you grow your business more wisely.
If you want to succeed in
the reverse mortgage business, consider making the investment to join National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA).