OPEN COMMUNITIES - Reverse Mortgage Counseling

Address

1740 Ridge Avenue
Suite 117
Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 501-5760

www.open-communities.org

Service Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Description:

Assists seniors through the process of qualifying for and obtaining a reverse mortgage loan (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage/HECM). Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to convert equity in their homes into income that can be used to pay for home improvements, medical costs, living expenses, or other expenses. Also offers housing counseling for seniors who are at risk of defaulting on an HECM loan.

Eligibility:

Must be seniors ages 55 years and older

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

- Set Program Fee: $150.00
- Discount available

Intake Process:

Call for appointment

Documents Required:
- Pre-Intake Form
- Other documents vary based on services

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Primary Contact

Program Contact Information

(847) 501-5760

intake@open-communities.org

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 501-5760

Address Listings

Mailing

1740 Ridge Avenue
Suite 117
Evanston, IL 60201

Physical (Primary)

1740 Ridge Avenue
Suite 117
Evanston, IL 60201

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

September 5, 2025

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