NRMLA is pleased to report that New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation into law that permits reverse mortgages on cooperative housing for persons aged 62 and older. … more New York Governor Signs Reverse Mortgage Co-op Bill
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Senate Testimony: Reverse Mortgages Can Help Improve Retirement Security
Reverse mortgages offer a potentially useful tool to convert illiquid housing wealth into money to live on during retirement, according to congressional testimony provided by Shai Akabas, Director … more Senate Testimony: Reverse Mortgages Can Help Improve Retirement Security
CFPB Director Discusses Priorities With House Committee
In his first public hearing before the House Financial Services Committee, newly confirmed CPFB Director Rohit Chopra outlined his priorities and positions on a number of issues. … more CFPB Director Discusses Priorities With House Committee
Senate Advances Chopra Nomination As CFPB Director
By a vote of 50 to 48, the Senate approved the nomination of Rohit Chopra to be director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for a five-year term. … more Senate Advances Chopra Nomination As CFPB Director
Finance Committee Examines Opportunities to Enhance Retirement Security
The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing this week to examine ways Congress can build on bipartisan retirement legislation. Brian Graff, CEO of the American Retirement Association … more Finance Committee Examines Opportunities to Enhance Retirement Security
Senate Aging Committee Examines How Disabled Americans Can Build Wealth and Retirement Security
Last week, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing entitled, “Building Wealth and Fostering Independence: Creating Opportunities to Save” that examined the challenges that people … more Senate Aging Committee Examines How Disabled Americans Can Build Wealth and Retirement Security
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MA Lawmakers Approve Telephone/Video Counseling Extension
Massachusetts lawmakers passed legislation (SB 2472) that allows reverse mortgage borrowers to continue being counseled by phone or video through December 15, 2021. During the extension period, … more MA Lawmakers Approve Telephone/Video Counseling Extension
Congress Looking to Make Further Changes to U.S. Retirement System
Less than two years after the Secure Act ushered in significant changes to the nation’s retirement system, more modifications may be on the horizon, according to a CNBC.com … more Congress Looking to Make Further Changes to U.S. Retirement System
NRMLA Urges MA Lawmakers to Pass Counseling Bill
NRMLA submitted a letter to the leadership of the Massachusetts legislature urging lawmakers to expedite the passage of House Bill 1146, which would permanently allow video or telephonic … more NRMLA Urges MA Lawmakers to Pass Counseling Bill