Are You Ready To Buy A Home?

A reverse mortgage purchase loan, also known as a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage for Purchase (HECM for Purchase), offers a unique route to home buying for homeowners aged 62 and older. These loans allow you to tap into your home's equity to fund the purchase of a new home without monthly mortgage payments. However, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs must still be met. The amount you can borrow depends on several factors, including your age, the home's value, and current interest rates. While the loan comes due when the last surviving borrower moves out, sells the home, or passes away, it offers seniors an opportunity to upgrade, downsize, or move closer to family without the burden of traditional mortgage payments. Discover the potential of a reverse mortgage purchase loan today, and redefine your golden years.

Begin the home buying journey on the right foot by securing a clear mortgage plan. Having a solid financial strategy in place will ensure that your home search is guided by practical considerations, rather than emotions alone.

In which state are you looking to purchase a property?

What type of property are you interested in purchasing?

Are you a first-time home buyer?

What will be the intended use of the property?

What is your estimated credit score?

What is your gross annual income?

Do you currently work, or have you ever worked, in any public safety or emergency services role that might qualify you for specialized mortgage programs for first responders?

Please indicate your current or previous role in public safety or emergency services that might qualify you for specialized mortgage programs for first responders.

Are you open to working with a HERO real estate agent partner, which could provide you with a possible cash rebate or closing cost credit?

Are you eligible for VA benefits?

What is your full name?

What is your email address?

What is your cell phone?

Getting preapproved is one of the most important first steps in the homebuying process. Here’s why:

  • Know Your Buying Power - Understand your budget and monthly payment options before you start shopping so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

  • Stand Out in a Competitive Market- A strong preapproval shows sellers you’re serious, qualified, and ready to move quickly.

  • Get Ahead of Potential Roadblocks - The preapproval process helps identify possible challenges early, giving you time to address them before you find the right home.

  • Negotiate With Confidence - When your financing strategy is already in place, you can focus on making smart offers and confident decisions.

Ruoff Mortgage - The Vermillion Lending Team

NMLS# 227336

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3455 Mill Run, Ste. 101, Hilliard, Ohio 43026

Columbus, Ohio, Ohio 43026

Ruoff Mortgage - The Vermillion Lending Team is an Equal Housing Lender. We fully comply with the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and all other Federal regulations. All applicants applying for credit from Ruoff Mortgage - The Vermillion Lending Team will never be discouraged on on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, military status ,marital status, age, or because you get public assistance. All information we request is voluntary, and will be kept confidential. For more information on the ECOA, please visit:

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