Starkey Mortgage Offers Reverse Mortgages to Provide Lifestyle and Housing Options for Seniors
Plano, TX (PRWEB) August 02, 2017 -- Starkey Mortgage, a nationally recognized residential mortgage company, announced today the launch of its Reverse Mortgage Division headed up by Ken Witte, branch manager, reverse mortgage specialist. Reverse mortgages (HECM - Home Equity Conversion Mortgage) allow borrowers who are 62 years of age or older to use their home equity as a retirement asset. It can also be used to purchase a new home without paying all cash while enjoying the benefits of not having a mortgage payment.
Although Millennials are the largest segment of borrowers, according to the US Census the population of 65 years and older is expected to grow over 60% from 2010 to 2030, reaching a projection of 70 million seniors. Additionally, the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association ‘s (NRMLA) RiskSpan Reverse Mortgage Market Index reports homeowners aged 62 and older saw their home equity increase to $6.3 trillion in the first quarter of 2017, an all-time high since the index was first published in 2000.
Proceeds from a reverse mortgage can be used to establish a standby cash reserve, supplement monthly income, delay taking social security benefits, make home modifications, pay off debt to reduce monthly expenses, or as a means to fund travel or retirement hobbies. Additionally, purchasing a home with a reverse mortgage can make it easier and more affordable for seniors to buy a home that better fits their lifestyle while preserving more of their savings and still not have a mortgage payment.
“We believe that offering a full range of loan products is best for our clients so we can assist everyone from the first-time borrower to the last-time borrower,” said Ken Witte. “A consumer should be able to consider all loan options by working with a lender such as Starkey Mortgage that offers both forward and reverse mortgage options.”
As seniors age, they will consider a variety of options regarding their housing. The National Aging in Place Council says more than 90% of older adults would prefer to age in place rather than move to senior housing. However, 16 million seniors will be moving their permanent household in the next 10 years. By taking advantage of their home equity, seniors may have the ability to move closer to family, reduce their square footage, enjoy the comfort of a single-story home, live in a neighborhood that provides easier access to medical care or other amenities, move into a 55+ community to enjoy social activities, remodel or build a new home that meets their current and future physical needs
About WR Starkey Mortgage, LLP.
Starkey Mortgage (WR Starkey Mortgage, LLP NMLSR# 2146), is a nationally recognized residential mortgage company intent on providing exceptional, individualized service and maintaining supportive, lasting relationships with borrowers, Realtors®, and builders. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Starkey Mortgage opened its doors in March 2000 and offers reverse mortgages, home purchase, refinance and renovation loans with offices throughout Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Oklahoma, and Texas. (http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Developing a reputation for quality and excellence in the mortgage industry, Starkey Mortgage has been recognized by National Professional Mortgage Magazine as a Top Mortgage Employer: 2016, Mortgage Executive Magazine as a Top 100 Mortgage Company: 2011-2016 and as a Top 50 Company to Work for in America: 2014 - 2015. http://www.starkeymortgage.com
Ken Witte, NMLSR# 194671; GA License# 30154; SC License# MLO-194671; TN License# 112898; FL License# LO13931; NC License# I-153398; AL License# 54451; OK License# MLO15112; CO License# 100507886; TX License# 194671. 7000 Central Parkway NE #1440, Atlanta, GA 30328. Branch NMLSR# 909552; GA License # 60841; FL License # MLDB5172; SC License # MLB-909552; TN License # 118686-101; NC License # L-112550-134; AL License # 21115.011; OK License # MLB11436; TX License # 909552
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