Reverse Mortgage Lenders in Haywood County, North Carolina – 2025

Reverse Mortgage Lenders in Haywood County, North Carolina – 2025

In 2024, there were 100 active reverse mortgage loans in Haywood County, North Carolina. The average home value in Haywood County is $446,101.23.

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To avoid scams, make sure you are working with a licensed lender in North Carolina. South River Mortgage is a fully licensed lender in North Carolina. The NC state regulator requires mortgage lenders to be explicitly approved to make loans and hold a license. South River Mortgage proudly holds the Mortgage Lender License in NC, and our state license identifier is L-222260.  We also maintain active approval with HUD/FHA.

Reverse Mortgage Loans in Haywood County

Haywood County is located in the state of North Carolina and is known for its picturesque landscape, including the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. With a population of around 61,000 residents, the county enjoys a moderate climate characterized by four distinct seasons. Haywood County is historically significant as the birthplace of Zebulon Baird Vance, a notable Civil War governor of North Carolina and U.S. Senator. The average home value in Haywood County is $446,101.23, with an average property tax of $1,599.61 and an average interest rate of 0.04%. For seniors looking to leverage their home equity in retirement, a reverse mortgage can be a valuable financial tool. By converting a portion of their home’s equity into cash, seniors can supplement their income or cover unexpected expenses, allowing them to remain financially secure in their golden years.

Reverse Mortgage Loan Origination in Haywood County

Reverse Mortgage Home Values in Haywood County

Reverse Mortgage Interest Rates Haywood County

There are approximately 100 active reverse mortgage loans in Haywood County. The average interest rate in Haywood County is 7.52% for reverse mortgages. The average maximum claim amount (the lesser of the appraisal or lending limit), among reverse mortgage borrowers, in Haywood County was $415,909.09 in 2024.

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Note that our loan origination data will not exactly match FHA’s HECM portfolio snapshot. This discrepancy occurs because FHA’s reports are limited to loans endorsed by FHA (i.e. HECMs only). We use a series of custom data criteria that make it possible to identify all reverse mortgages: HECMs, proprietary, and even single-purpose reverse mortgages.

Haywood County, NC Facts – As of 2025
Average property value (estimated) $415,909.09
Average property taxes $1,599.61
Average reverse mortgage interest rate 7.52%
Area median income $87,600.00

Data Source: FFIEC HMDA Data

Jumbo Reverse Mortgage in Haywood County, NC

With the average home value of $415,909.09, you may be wondering about the opportunities for jumbo loans.

 

HomeForLife HECM
Traditional Reverse Mortgage Yes Yes
Refinance Existing Reverse Mortgage with Another
(HECM to HECM)
Yes Yes
Purchase a Home with a Reverse Mortgage
(HECM for Purchase)
Yes Yes
Minimum Age for Eligibility in NC 55 62
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The FHA has increased the HECM lending limit to $1,209,750 for 2025. If your property is valued above the HECM lending limit, you may be eligible for additional proceeds through the HomeForLife jumbo reverse mortgage.

Reverse Mortgage Refinance (HECM to HECM) in Haywood County

It might make sense to refinance your reverse mortgage. There are many situations where refinancing could be very beneficial to you:

  • You want to get more cash out because your home value has increased substantially
  • You want to pay less in interest by obtaining a lower interest rate
  • You want to add a loved one to the reverse mortgage

As a bonus, South River Mortgage can sometimes provide multiple benefits at once, depending on the situation. There have been cases where we can help secure a lower interest rate and additional cash. In some cases, we have been able to do all three benefits: lower rate, more cash, and adding a son or daughter onto the mortgage.

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Reverse for Purchase (HECM for Purchase) in Haywood County

You can now purchase a home with a reverse mortgage in {county}, NC. The reverse for purchase lets homebuyers purchase the home and get a reverse mortgage in a single transaction. The requirements for a reverse for purchase are very similar to the traditional reverse mortgage program.

Purchasing a home with a reverse mortgage has many benefits:

  • No monthly mortgage payment (although you’d still be responsible for property taxes and homeowner’s insurance)
  • The home being purchased would meet HUD’s property requirements or minimum property standards (this helps keep the home safe for occupants)

Learn what your down payment would be using our Reverse for Purchase calculator. Or, get pre-approved today »