Best Hecm Podcasts (2025)

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E878: Why the 'cheapest' way to tap home equity isn't a sure bet 9:14

5d ago9:14

9:14

[CBS News] Why the 'cheapest' way to tap home equity isn't a sure bet. [AOL] I’m 72: Should I pay my taxes or lose my home? [Housing Wire] In Memoriam: Kathy Martinez. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 21: The Top 5 Myths About Reverse Mortgages 11:46

10d ago11:46

11:46

Welcome back to Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, hosted by Gabe Bodner—Reverse Mortgage Planner, veteran mortgage guru, and passionate advocate for smarter retirement planning. In this solo episode, Gabe dives deep into one of the most misunderstood financial tools available to older homeowners: reverse mortgages. Think reverse mortgages are only…

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E877: Americans fear being broke in retirement more than dying. 8:27

12d ago8:27

8:27

[Money Talks] Americans fear being broke in retirement more than dying. [Housing Wire] A recap of NRMLA's latest advocacy efforts in Washington, DC. [Market Watch] Here's where homeowners are struggling to sell. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E876: Surprise! Here’s what generation is buying the most homes 10:58

19d ago10:58

10:58

[National Association of Realtors] Surprise! Here’s what generation is buying the most homes. [News Week] The Texas housing market could be poised for a BIG housing price correction. Here’s why… [Reverse Market Insight] RMI's Market Minute with Jon McCue: The latest HECM trends and data. Watch our video podcast here!…

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E875: Why Retirees Who Move to Lower-Tax States Don’t Save as Much as Expected 8:17

26d ago8:17

8:17

[Housing Wire / HUD] HUD OIG report found HECM residency fraud and few controls. [Housing Wire] Have advisors lost interest in the HECM? [Wall Street Journal] Why retirees who relocate to states with no income tax don't always save money. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E874: The Retirement Debt Pandemic 9:23

1M ago9:23

9:23

[National Debt Relief] Survey shows debt in retirement is the new reality. [Moravec Varga & Mooney] Reverse mortgages and probate. [Yahoo Finance] The Florida housing boom is over. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E873: In Memoriam 8:53

1M ago8:53

8:53

[HECMWorld] The reverse mortgage community recently lost these two men. [Housing Wire] Finance of America's CEO gives an update on the status of the HMBS 2.0 program. [HECMWorld] Mutual of Omaha Mortgage released this new private or proprietary reverse mortgage. Here's what we know... [HECMWorld] FHA HECM data is back online! Watch our video podcas…

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E872: Funding an Early Inheritance with a Reverse Mortgage 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

[Faith-Fi] The pros and cons of funding and early inheritance with a reverse mortgage. [The National Review] HUD bans non-permanent aliens from getting government-backed loans. [HECMWorld] How home sales influence reverse mortgage lending. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E870: How to Supercharge the HECM for Purchase 10:19

2M ago10:19

10:19

[HECMWorld Exclusive] How to supercharge the H4P. [Go Banking Rates] 4 reasons baby boomers are house-poor in retirement. [Oregon Live] Mom has a reverse mortgage but needs to move for long-term care. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E869: HECM National Servicing Center Faces DOGE Closure 14:32

2M ago14:32

14:32

[Housing Wire] HECM National Servicing Center Faces DOGE Closure. [Bloomberg | Housing Wire] The CFPB Ain't Dead Yet. [HECMWorld Exclusive] How one HECM pro has leveraged the power of storytelling to reach older homeowners. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E868: It’s not a good time to be a Home Equity Alternative Company 11:28

2M ago11:28

11:28

[Ballard Spahr LLP] Massachusetts AG sues Hometap. [Housing Wire] An Internal memo reveals where DOGE plans to slash HUD's budget and staffing. [Reverse Market Insight] RMI's Market Minute with Jon McCue. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E867: A Cure for 'Perma-Renting' in Reverse 11:05

3M ago11:05

11:05

[The Financial Post] A Cure for 'Perma-Renting' in Reverse. [Fortune] The Boomer Housing Crisis is On Pace to Get Worse. [HECMWorld Exclusive] How One Reverse Mortgage Pro Generated 37 Leads in Three Months. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E866: How a Reverse Mortgage Paid Off for Me — Twice 9:45

3M ago9:45

9:45

[Money Talk News] How a Reverse Mortgage Paid Off for Me — Twice. [NPR} CFPB Headquarters Closed: Agency Neutered & Budget Axed. [The Center for Retirement Research] A think tank's 17-step plan to fix Social Security. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E865: The Trump administration halts most CFPB work 12:15

3M ago12:15

12:15

[HECMWorld] An update on Chicago-are scammer: the rest of the story. [AP News} Scott Turner confirmed as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development [CBS News] 3 Reasons to borrow against a paid-off home. [Lending Tree] Nearly all Adults 66-71 have non-mortgage debt. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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#864: How One Scammer Prompted a New Illinois Bill 17:14

3M ago17:14

17:14

[CBS] New Illinois bill prompted by reverse mortgage home improvement scam. [CFPB] The CFPB issues findings on home equity products. [RMI] Reverse Market Insight’s Market Minute with Jon McCue.. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 20: A Realtor’s Perspective on Reverse Mortgages with Debbie Brush-Garcia 13:38

4M ago13:38

13:38

In this episode of Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, host Gabe Bodner sits down with Debbie Brush-Garcia, Broker Associate at Three Lanterns Group, to explore a realtor’s perspective on reverse mortgages. Why aren’t more homeowners using reverse mortgages to stay in their homes and access their equity? 🤔 We dive into the biggest concerns, misconce…

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E863: President Trump appoints acting HUD Secretary 9:11

4M ago9:11

9:11

[Housing Wire] President Trump appoints acting HUD Secretary [Housing Wire] Trump issues an executive order to address the housing affordability crisis. [HECMWorld] Meet Gabe Bodner: One Trust Home Loan’s new 55+ Lending Division leader. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E862: What LA fire victims with a reverse mortgage need to know. 7:52

4M ago7:52

7:52

[Housing Wire] What LA fire victims with a reverse mortgage need to know. [Yahoo Finance] 4 signs they've found the right reverse mortgage lender. [Motley Fool] 5 ways one older homeowner keeps his housing expenses low...very low. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E861: The silver lining in a challenging reverse mortgage market 6:41

4M ago6:41

6:41

[NRMLA] The silver lining in a challenging reverse mortgage market. [MSN] Should I financially help my parents to avoid them getting a reverse mortgage? [Go Banking Rates] 5 ways one older homeowner keeps his housing expenses low...very low. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E860: A HECM for Purchase Success Story 10:16

4M ago10:16

10:16

[Housing Wire] A HECM for Purchase Success Story [NRMLA Online] Political change is coming but housing policy is bipartisan. [RMI] RMI’s Market Minute with Jon McCue. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 19: Full Borrower vs. Non-Borrowing Spouse 8:18

5M ago8:18

8:18

In this episode of Life for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, Gabe Bodner dives into an important topic for homeowners considering a reverse mortgage: the difference between a full borrower and a non-borrowing spouse. Gabe breaks down how reverse mortgages work for both spouses, the possible financial implications, and what you need to know to make informe…

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E859: Baby boomers are expected to leave $17 trillion in home equity to their heirs 9:51

5M ago9:51

9:51

[Newsweek] Baby boomers are expected to leave $17 trillion in home equity to their heirs [MSN] A daughter tells Ramsey Solutions why she is refusing to help her mother with a reverse mortgage to cover property charges- Now her family resents her. [Housing Wire] Reverse Mortgages make a splash at the MBA’s annual conference. Watch our video podcast …

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E858: The HMBS program has gone from one to eliminate to one to emulate. 9:05

5M ago9:05

9:05

[Housing Wire] The HMBS program has gone from one to eliminate to one to emulate. [Go Banking Rates] Auto loans are the new ‘mortgage’ but for a depreciating asset. [HECMWorld] Despite the Fed’s rate cut last week here’s mortgage rates are unlikely to drop. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E857: The October Surprise. What's FHA's latest HECM application data tells us 7:36

5M ago7:36

7:36

[FHA] The October Surprise. What FHA's latest HECM application data tell us. [Housing Wire] Gabe Bodner takes the reigns of One Trust Home Loan’s 55+ Lending [24/7 WallSt] Ramsey Solutions is NOT spot-on about reverse mortgages. Here's why. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E856: FHA announces 2025 HECM Limit 9:18

5M ago9:18

9:18

[Housing Wire] FHA announces 2025 HECM Limit [Investopedia] Are falling Treasury yields a sign of the Trump effect? [Housing Wire] Industry veteran Jesse Allen moves to Rate with an eye on growth. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E855: Will reverse mortgage surge in 2025? Here’s what one broker says. 8:40

6M ago8:40

8:40

[Mortgage Professional of America]Will reverse mortgage surge in 2025? Here’s what one broker says. [Reverse Market Insight] RMI’s HECM Market Minute with Jon McCue. [Housing Wire] President-Elect Trump announces his pick for HUD Secretary. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E854: 'Expert' advice about reverse mortgages? Not so much. 8:35

6M ago8:35

8:35

[GoBankingRates / Yahoo Finance]'Expert' advice about reverse mortgages? Not so much. [Housing Wire] Back in Black. The HECM's Performance in the FHA Portfolio. [Newsweek / The Washington Post] How a Trump presidency may impact home values. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 18: Reverse Mortgage Servicing Unveiled: Insights with Gail Balettie from Celink 47:42

6M ago47:42

47:42

🎧 In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes Gail Balettie, Senior Vice President of Borrower Care and Client Satisfaction at Celink, the nation's largest reverse mortgage servicing company. Discover everything you need to know about reverse mortgage servicing, including: Who is Celink, and who do th…

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E853: Here's why homeowners may be overconfident in their retirement preparedness. 8:07

6M ago8:07

8:07

[CNBC] Here's why homeowners may be overconfident in their retirement preparedness. [Money Wise] A 73-year-old with $27K in annual healthcare expenses looks to tap home equity safely. [The Motley Foot] Here’s how much Social Security Benefits & Medicare premiums will increase in 2025. Watch our video podcast here!…

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E852: Survey shows public employees worried they won’t have enough money to last in retirement 7:37

6M ago7:37

7:37

[Mission Square] Survey reveals the majority of public employees worry they won’t have enough money to last in retirement. [The Financial Post] Baby boomers and Gen X are taking on more mortgage debt. [Fox Money] Retirees with student loan debt risk Social Security garnishments. Watch our video podcast here!…

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Episode 17: Navigating Boulder’s Real Estate Landscape with Duane Duggan from RE/MAX of Boulder 35:40

6M ago35:40

35:40

In this episode of Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, Gabe interviews Duane and does a deep dive into the principles that Duane teaches in his latest book, The Velocity of Wealth. Duane Duggan is a seasoned real estate expert from RE/MAX of Boulder and has completed 3000 real estate transactions. Join Gabe and Duane as they cover numerous topics ar…

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E851: What in the world is propping up home prices? 7:42

6M ago7:42

7:42

[Housing Wire] What in the world is propping up home prices? [John Hancock] What concerns baby boomers the most may surprise you. [Housing Wire] When is an equity-sharing arrangement a reverse mortgage? One lawsuit seeks to settle this question. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E850: The HECM’s 10-Year CMT Rate Climbs After Fed Funds Rate Cut 6:55

7M ago6:55

6:55

[HECMWorld] The HECM’s 10-Year CMT Rate Climbs After Fed Funds Rate Cut. [Reverse Market Insight] RMI’s Jon McCue returns for this month’s installment of RMI’s Market Minute. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 16: Unlocking the Secrets of Social Security with Don Hastings from Senior Solutions Today 26:40

7M ago26:40

26:40

In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes Don Hastings, a leading expert from Senior Solutions Today, to dive deep into the intricacies of Social Security. Whether you're approaching retirement or simply want to maximize your benefits, Don shares invaluable insights and strategies that could help se…

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E849: What's a Reverse Mortgage Vacation?! 9:36

7M ago9:36

9:36

[HECMWorld] A reverse mortgage vacation? If you haven’t heard of such a thing you’re not alone. To explain we interviewed Movement Mortgage National Reverse Mortgage Director Harlan Accola… [Listen for Details] [CBS News] Here’s how much a senior would pay for a $60,000 HELOC. [Money Wise] Why the Fed’s rate cut is good news for retirees. Watch our…

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E848: A Guide to Downsizing for Retirees 8:38

7M ago8:38

8:38

[Bank Rate] FHA Commissioner: A Guide to Downsizing for Retirees [Housing Wire] Ginnie Mae: New HECM Demand on the Horizon. [CBS Money Watch] Is a Reverse Mortgage or a HELOC Better for Seniors? Experts Weigh In. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 15: Book Talk with Todd Lieman 1:11:38

7M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Join us as we sit down with Todd Lieman to explore the deep and fascinating questions that drive his powerful new novel, Dinner at God’s House. This thought-provoking conversation takes you on a journey through some of life’s biggest questions—fate, regret, personal growth, and the pursuit of inner peace. 🌍✨ In this episode, Todd opens up about the…

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E847: FHA Commissioner: The HECM a Critical Piece of the Retirement Puzzle 8:44

7M ago8:44

8:44

[Housing Wire] FHA Commissioner: The HECM a Critical Piece of the Retirement Puzzle. [Yahoo Finance] Survey Reveals Retirees are Happier Than Older Workers. [KJZZ Radio] Aging in Place Out of Reach for Most. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E846: Boomer Struggles After Retiring to Care for Ailing Wife 7:01

8M ago7:01

7:01

[Housing Wire] NRMLA CEO Announces Retirement at Annual Meeting. [Business Insider] A boomer struggles to survive on Social Security after retiring early to care full-time for his ailing wife. [The Maine Wire] Maine mayor suggests older residents may want to get a reverse mortgage to pay for surging property taxes. Watch our video podcast here!…

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Episode 14: From Home Equity to Global Impact: Ralph’s Story 12:44

8M ago12:44

12:44

🌟 Exciting News! Our latest podcast episode is now live! 🌟 This week, we sit down with Gabe Bodner from The Bodner Team and his inspiring reverse mortgage client, Ralph, who shares his incredible journey of using home equity in a way that’s truly changing lives! 🌍📚 Instead of the usual uses for a reverse mortgage, Ralph is funding educational oppor…

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E845: Here’s Where Home Equity is Rising & Falling 10:00

8M ago10:00

10:00

[CNBC] Here’s where home values are rising and falling nationwide. [CNBC] The Federal Reserve slashed the Fed Funds Rate by 50 basis points. How will this impact the HECM’s 10-Year CMT index? [Reverse Market Insight] Our monthly installment of RMI’s Market Minute with Jon McCue for all the latest HECM origination and endorsement trends. Watch our v…

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E844: Barrons: Barrons: A Reverse Mortgage May Be Good for Those Short of Cash 9:44

8M ago9:44

9:44

[Barrons] A reverse mortgage may be good for those short of cash. [Clever Real Estate] A recent survey by Clever Real Estate reveals the motivations and pressing concerns of baby boomer homeowners on a variety of subjects. [National Mortgage News] Reflecting on two decades of reverse mortgage spokespersons and marketing. Watch our video podcast her…

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Episode 13: Unpacking the NAR Lawsuit Settlement with Cory Nickerson 34:52

8M ago34:52

34:52

In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, your host Gabe Bodner sits down with Cory Nickerson, a Realtor from 8z Real Estate, to discuss the recent changes in real estate contracts and commission structures following the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement. 🏡💼 🔍 What’s Inside: The details of the new con…

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E843: How Will An Interest Rate Cut Impact HECM Lending? 8:58

8M ago8:58

8:58

[Housing Wire / RMD] How would an interest rate cut impact HECM lending? [Kiplinger's] How one divorce specialist turned to reverse mortgages as a potential gray divorce solution. [HECMWorld] Where have all the HELOCs gone?! Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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Episode 12: Loan Servicing 8:43

8M ago8:43

8:43

In this episode, Gabe dives deep into the world of reverse mortgage loan servicing. 💡 Ever wondered what happens when your loan servicing gets transferred to a new servicer? How does it affect you? What should you expect during the transition? How you get access to the funds in your Line of Credit (LOC)? Or complete your Annual Occupancy Affidavit …

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E842: Inheriting a House Is More Expensive Than People Think 11:44

9M ago11:44

11:44

[Lifehacker] Inheriting a House Is More Expensive Than People Think. [RMI Market Minute] Reverse Market Insight's Jon McCue with the Latest HECM Trends and Data. [Insurify] ‘Everything Has Gone Up’. Retirees Feel the Squeeze of Inflation. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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How One Reverse Lender is Leveraging its ‘Forward Machine”E841: 7:30

9M ago7:30

7:30

[Housing Wire] How One Reverse Lender is Leveraging its ‘Forward Machine” [Go Banking Rates] 5 Common Expenses Retirees Cannot Afford. [Financial Forecast Center] Where is the 10-Year Constant Maturity Likely to Move? Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E840: Reverse Mortgages as a Gray Divorce Solution 9:30

9M ago9:30

9:30

[Housing Wire] Reverse Mortgages: A Gray Divorce Solution. [Business Wire] They May Not Want A Reverse Mortgage But Healthcare Expenses Could Motivate Many to Reconsider. [Equitable] Equitable Survey Shows Half of Americans Don’t Believe Retiring at Age 65 is Realistic. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld

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E839: South African Reverse Mortgages, Suzie Orman, & HMBS 2.0 Update 7:49

9M ago7:49

7:49

[Housing Wire] NRMLA and the MBA provide feedback to Ginnie Mae on the new HMBS 2.0 program. [Housing Wire] HighTech Lending rebrands its wholesale division. [Reverse Mortgage News Roundup] A quick recap of recent HECM news. Watch our video podcast here!By HECMWorld