What is an AAG loan?

Use the AAG Advantage jumbo reverse mortgage, a proprietary loan that allows you to withdraw up to $4 million in equity on a higher-priced house. With this fixed-rate loan, you can turn more of your equity into cash. Receive the full amount at closing. Don’t pay mortgage insurance.

What is the downside of getting a reverse mortgage?

A big downside to reverse mortgages is the loss of home equity. Because you’re not paying down your reverse mortgage balance, you’ll make less profit when you sell, or limit your borrowing power if you need a new loan. You’ll pay high upfront fees.

Is AAG reverse mortgage a good idea?

Yes, AAG is a reputable company, with excellent ratings from customers on Trustpilot. To add to its credibility, the company is also a member of the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA). It’s important to note that AAG settled with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Oct. 8, 2021.

Is there a lawsuit against AAG?

In a lawsuit filed late last week in the U.S. District Court of California’s Central District, the CFPB alleged that Irvine, California-based American Advisors Group (AAG) sent borrowers deceptive and inflated home estimates in direct mailers to convince consumers to take out a reverse mortgage.

What credit score is needed for reverse mortgage?

There is no minimum credit score requirement for a reverse mortgage, primarily because the main thing lenders want to know is whether you can handle the ongoing expenses required to maintain the house. Lenders will, however, look to see if you’re delinquent on any federal debt.

Do you get paid monthly on a reverse mortgage?

Get a set monthly payout to supplement your income. Two choices: Term (fixed monthly payouts for a set number of years) or Tenure (fixed monthly payouts as long as you maintain the reverse mortgage and the payout does not cause the balance to exceed the amount stated in the mortgage).