Biggest Reverse Mortgage Lenders in Connecticut

A reverse mortgage is a unique product that allows Connecticut seniors to convert home equity into cash. Most older homeowners have substantial equity, the result of years of paying down a conventional forward home loan. The most popular version of the reverse mortgage is, by far, the home equity conversion mortgage, also known as the HECM. It is the only one of its kind insured by the United States government through the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).

We’ve put together this guide for CT seniors considering a reverse mortgage. We’ve also provided data on top lenders, average interest rates, and local counselors and HUD offices.

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Find Out if You Qualify

Unlike the conventional mortgages you’re likely familiar with, there are not many qualifications for the HECM program. In short, as a Connecticut senior you must:

  • Be 62 years old or older
  • Either own your home or have a small mortgage balance that you can pay off using the proceeds of your HECM loan
  • Use the home as your primary residence

The FHA also requires that you undergo a basic financial assessment and receive counseling prior to taking out the loan. The financial assessment is to make sure that you are able to continue paying homeowner’s insurance, property taxes, and any applicable Homeowner’s Association (HOA) fees. This is to help minimize the risk of what is known as a T&I (taxes and insurance) foreclosure. The counseling is designed to make sure you understand the loan you’re about to take out and are aware of other, possibly more attractive options that are available to you.

Is a Reverse Mortgage Different than a Home Equity Loan?

Yes, these are different financial products. The biggest differences are that it is more difficult to qualify for a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC), and these loans require you to make monthly payments. The HECM program, on the other hand, does not have these stringent income requirements.

In general, home equity loans or HELOCs are better for short-term needs, while reverse mortgages are better suited to a longer time horizon.

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Can I Lose My Home?

As long as you continue to maintain your obligations – pay your taxes and insurance, maintain the home – you are allowed to keep your home, so long as it continues to be used as your primary residence. However, it is important to note that if you move out of the house for 12 months the reverse mortgage becomes due. You should know this going in, as sometimes seniors are forced to move to unforeseen reasons, such as a need for around the clock care.

Can I Leave My House to my Heirs?

It depends. Your reverse mortgage is due when you move out of the home or pass away. At that point, you or your estate must settle the loan, either by repaying the balance or selling the house to repay the balance. You also have the option of repaying your HECM loan at any time.

How Much am I Eligible to Receive?

Your proceeds will vary based on your age (older CT residents receive more), interest rates (lower rates mean more borrowing power), and home value (higher value means more proceeds).

Who are the Biggest Lenders in CT?

Prior to 2012, large institutions such as Webster Bank, Wells Fargo, and MetLife originated most reverse mortgages in Connecticut. Today, however, these institutions have stepped away from the HECM program and the top lenders are companies such as American Advisors Group. Here is some data on the top lenders of the past and present:

All Time

Lender Loans Total Principal Limit
WEBSTER BANK 2,344 516,252,511
WELLS FARGO 1,722 463,070,448
AMSTON MORTGAGE 1,322 254,722,948
AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP 862 255,820,390
FINANCIAL FREEDOM SENIOR FUNDING CORP 572 141,020,240
BANK OF AMERICA 479 140,308,340
METLIFE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION 432 133,373,225
CAMPBELL FINANCIAL SERVICES 415 99,531,916
ONE REVERSE MORTGAGE LLC 369 98,406,800
EVERBANK REVERSE MORTGAGE LLC 363 77,781,199
BCI FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORP 352 83,906,472
REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS INC 351 106,493,146
TRAVIS MORTGAGE LLC 328 80,770,182
FAIRFIELD COUNTY BANK 296 98,408,175
LIBERTY BANK 289 76,541,625
SYNERGY ONE LENDING INC. 258 80,884,375
GENERATION MORTGAGE COMPANY 238 66,826,750
NORWICH COMMERCIAL GROUP INC 235 59,912,945
CONTINENTAL FUNDING CORP 227 53,418,081
THE GUILFORD SAVINGS BANK 224 71,067,835

Since 2012

Lender Loans Total Principal Limit
AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP 804 237,296,850
REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS INC 351 106,493,146
SYNERGY ONE LENDING INC. 258 80,884,375
ONE REVERSE MORTGAGE LLC 225 62,072,300
NORWICH COMMERCIAL GROUP INC 146 38,723,000
MUTUAL OF OMAHA MORTGAGE INC. 129 54,079,931
REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC 117 40,688,700
BCI FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION 111 25,686,800
THE GUILFORD SAVINGS BANK 110 37,570,325
FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC 106 35,123,950

Connecticut Reverse Mortgage Rates

Here are monthly averages for Connecticut calculated using data published by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. NA, or non-applicable, is used when there were no fixed rate HECM loans originated in a given month.

Current Rates

Date Fixed Rate Adjustable Rate
01/01/19 4.40% 5.11%
02/01/19 4.56% 5.32%
03/01/19 NA 5.00%
04/01/19 4.75% 5.29%
05/01/19 NA 4.84%
06/01/19 NA 4.91%
07/01/19 NA 4.80%
08/01/19 NA 4.66%
09/01/19 NA 4.43%
10/01/19 NA 4.41%
11/01/19 NA 4.42%
12/01/19 NA 4.25%
01/01/20 NA 4.37%
02/01/20 NA 4.07%
03/01/20 NA 4.25%
04/01/20 NA 3.47%
05/01/20 3.97% 3.79%
06/01/20 NA 3.60%
07/01/20 NA 3.21%
08/01/20 3.18% 2.96%
09/01/20 NA 3.16%
10/01/20 3.06% 2.80%
11/01/20 NA 3.01%
12/01/20 NA 2.85%
01/01/21 NA 2.80%
02/01/21 3.31% 2.86%
03/01/21 3.31% 2.71%
04/01/21 NA 2.42%
05/01/21 NA 2.35%
06/01/21 NA 2.38%
07/01/21 NA 2.22%
08/01/21 NA 2.38%
09/01/21 NA 2.19%
10/01/21 NA 2.27%
11/01/21 3.18% 2.47%
12/01/21 NA 2.25%
01/01/22 NA 2.42%
02/01/22 NA 2.40%
03/01/22 NA 3.07%
05/01/22 4.31% 3.78%
04/01/22 3.43% 3.19%
06/01/22 NA 4.29%
07/01/22 NA 4.81%
08/01/22 NA 5.24%
09/01/22 NA 5.66%
10/01/22 NA 6.13%
11/01/22 5.93% 6.39%
12/01/22 NA 6.69%
01/01/23 NA 6.97%
02/01/23 NA 7.30%
03/01/23 NA 7.45%

Historic Rates

Date Fixed Rate Adjustable Rate
08/01/14 5.06% 2.59%
09/01/14 5.05% 2.60%
10/01/14 4.95% 2.57%
11/01/14 5.06% 2.64%
12/01/14 5.04% 2.78%
01/01/15 5.06% 2.65%
02/01/15 5.05% 2.79%
03/01/15 4.90% 2.80%
04/01/15 4.68% 3.14%
05/01/15 5.06% 3.02%
06/01/15 NA 3.12%
07/01/15 4.87% 3.27%
08/01/15 4.94% 3.15%
09/01/15 5.00% 3.31%
10/01/15 4.90% 3.22%
11/01/15 NA 3.38%
12/01/15 5.05% 3.38%
01/01/16 NA 3.59%
02/01/16 5.06% 3.69%
03/01/16 4.78% 3.66%
04/01/16 5.06% 3.80%
05/01/16 5.06% 3.86%
06/01/16 5.06% 3.96%
07/01/16 5.06% 3.97%
08/01/16 5.06% 4.09%
09/01/16 5.06% 4.22%
10/01/16 4.50% 4.42%
11/01/16 5.06% 4.48%
12/01/16 NA 4.21%
01/01/17 5.06% 4.61%
02/01/17 4.93% 4.53%
03/01/17 5.06% 4.36%
04/01/17 5.06% 4.40%
05/01/17 5.06% 4.37%
06/01/17 5.06% 4.41%
07/01/17 5.02% 4.37%
08/01/17 4.96% 4.41%
09/01/17 5.02% 4.38%
10/01/17 5.06% 4.43%
11/01/17 5.05% 4.57%
12/01/17 5.06% 4.68%
01/01/18 5.04% 4.71%
02/01/18 5.06% 4.77%
03/01/18 4.83% 4.85%
04/01/18 4.69% 5.05%
05/01/18 4.50% 5.20%
06/01/18 4.77% 4.99%
07/01/18 4.90% 5.05%
08/01/18 4.31% 4.85%
09/01/18 NA 4.81%
10/01/18 4.63% 5.14%
11/01/18 4.56% 5.14%
12/01/18 4.56% 5.31%

Reverse Mortgage Originations by City

Rank City Zip Total
1 BRISTOL 6010 425
2 MILFORD 6460 369
3 WEST HAVEN 6516 332
4 STRATFORD 6614 286
5 ENFIELD 6082 272
6 BRIDGEPORT 6606 252
7 STAMFORD 6902 250
8 WALLINGFORD 6492 228
9 TRUMBULL 6611 227
10 NEWINGTON 6111 218
11 SOUTHBURY 6488 214
12 NORWALK 6851 212
13 SOUTHINGTON 6489 211
14 SHELTON 6484 208
15 BRANFORD 6405 202
16 TORRINGTON 6790 193
17 FAIRFIELD 6824 191
18 EAST HARTFORD 6118 189
19 WETHERSFIELD 6109 187
20 MANCHESTER 6040 184
21 NORTH HAVEN 6473 182
22 GUILFORD 6437 181
23 MIDDLETOWN 6457 181
24 EAST HAVEN 6512 177
25 WINDSOR 6095 174
26 BLOOMFIELD 6002 163
27 NAUGATUCK 6770 163
28 NEW MILFORD 6776 160
29 NORWICH 6360 158
30 FAIRFIELD 6825 158

HECM Counselors

MONEY MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL EAST BERLIN
1224 MILL ST BLDG OFFICE12
EAST BERLIN, CT 06023-1159
(866) 232-9080
http://www.moneymanagement.org

NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES OF NEW HAVEN
333 SHERMAN AVE
NEW HAVEN, CT 06511-3107
(203) 562-0598
http://www.nhsofnewhaven.org

NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES OF WATERBURY, INC.
161 N MAIN ST
WATERBURY, CT 06702-1445
(203) 753-1896
http://www.nhswaterbury.org

HUD Offices

Hartford Field Office
One Corporate Center
20 Church Street, 10th Floor
Hartford, CT 06103-3220

Hours: 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

Phone: (860) 240-4800
Email: [email protected]

Jurisdiction: State of Connecticut