HUD updates HECM program

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On August 31, HUD issued Mortgagee Letter (ML) 2022-15, which updates the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) program. The ML, among other things, modifies the requirements for mortgagees to provide notice to a borrower’s estate following an HECM becoming due and payable due to the death of the last surviving borrower. The ML may be implemented immediately but must be implemented no later than 90 days from the date of this ML for HECMs that become due and payable on or after the publication date of this ML. Additionally, comments are due within 30 days after the date of issuance.