Tom Selleck If you watch TV at all, you have probably seen a commercial featuring Tom Selleck talking about reverse mortgages. No matter what he is saying, there is something about his voice and direct gaze that really does pull you in.

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.

Starting business as a division of the One Mortgage Network in 2001, One Reverse Mortgage became a part of Quicken Loans in early 2008 when that company purchased One Mortgage Network.

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.

On June 1, 2016, American Advisors Group (AAG), announced Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actor Tom Selleck as its national spokesperson.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today filed a complaint and proposed consent order alleging that American Advisors Group (AAG) used inflated and deceptive home estimates to lure consumers into taking out reverse mortgages.

Specifically, the CFPB alleges that AAG: Deceptively inflated home values: In marketing their reverse mortgage products, AAG provided consumers with inflated estimates of home values to entice them to enter into negotiations to open a reverse mortgage.

Reverse mortgages have a 3-day period directly after you close on your loan in which you can cancel the transaction with no penalty. This is known as the right of rescission and it allows you to change your mind should you have buyer's remorse right after you sign the closing documents.

According to a statement provided to HousingWire, One Reverse Mortgage will cease originating new reverse mortgages and all of the company's employees will move to Rocket Mortgage. The company said the decision comes as the result of both the growth of Rocket Mortgage and “shifting demand” for reverse mortgages.

Reverse mortgages can be expensive, compared to other types of loans. They can also put the borrower at risk of foreclosure and losing their home in certain cases. A spouse who qualifies may be able to remain in the home if their spouse dies or moves into a nursing home.

If you're a homeowner age 62 or older, a reverse mortgage can help you obtain tax-free income based on the equity in your home. A reverse mortgage might give you more flexibility in retirement and allow you to stay in your home.

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