Where Mortgage Information Comes From
Mortgage rules can be complex, so this site tries to rely first on official agencies, regulators, program handbooks, and licensing references.
Before you decide
- Official sources are preferred for program rules.
- Secondary sources can add context, but they should not replace regulators or agencies.
- Dates and reviewer notes help show when a page was last reviewed.
Sources Used First
This site tries to use official program pages, regulator pages, agency guides, licensing databases, and state regulator pages first. Local sources can help explain local context, but they do not replace the main program rules.
What Sources Cannot Decide For You
Sources can explain rules and common questions. They cannot decide whether a loan fits your household. Eligibility still requires review of the person, property, program, and lender rules.
Keep reading
Mortgage education should be clear, sourced where possible, reviewed, and separated from personal loan advice.
Licensing and DisclosuresBefore sharing personal mortgage information, you should be able to verify licensing, company information, Equal Housing language, and the limits of educational content.
Mortgage GuideThe mortgage guide helps homeowners compare reverse mortgages, HELOCs, purchase loans, refinances, and common guideline questions before applying.
Where this information comes from
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - official
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing/sfh/hecmConsumer Financial Protection Bureau - regulator
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/reverse-mortgages/Fannie Mae - agency
https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/NMLS - official
https://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/Reviewed by Nick Cunningham, NMLS #907393. Last reviewed 2026-06-07.
Educational information only. Not personal financial, legal, tax, or benefits advice.