Mutual of Omaha to sponsor reverse mortgage broker certification program
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) announced Tuesday that leading reverse lender Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is partnering with the trade group as the exclusive sponsor for a reverse mortgage specialist certification program.
According to a press release from the companies, the sponsorship is a “significant milestone in NAMB’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality education and professional development opportunities to mortgage brokers seeking deeper expertise in reverse mortgage lending.”
NAMB’s Certified Reverse Mortgage Specialist (CREV) certification aims to give mortgage professionals advanced knowledge and skills to better serve a growing demographic of senior homeowners. Baby boomers and Gen X are increasingly exploring the use of home equity through reverse mortgages and other products.
The CREV program covers a comprehensive list of reverse mortgage topics, including product structures, eligibility requirements, borrower counseling, risk management and ethnical best practices.
Participants will learn about underlying requirements for Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) like age limits and ongoing property maintenance; how loan amounts are determined; calculation of maximum proceeds; how credit reports impact the loan decision and sales tips for working with senior borrowers.
As the exclusive sponsors of the CREV program, Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage Wholesale is supporting further development and expansion of course curriculum. Mutual of Omaha said it seeks to “reinforce its commitment to excellence and education within the mortgage broker community.”
“We are excited to partner with Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage Wholesale to elevate the Certified Reverse Mortgage Specialist program,” NAMB President Kimber White said in a statement. “Their commitment to education and excellence in reverse mortgage lending aligns with our mission to advance the professionalism and competence of mortgage brokers across the country.”
“We are proud to support NAMB’s CREV certification,” said Mark O’Neil, senior vice president of wholesale for Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage. “By investing in the education and certification of mortgage professionals, we are helping ensure more consumers receive informed and ethical guidance when considering reverse mortgage options.”
Mutual of Omaha Mortgage was the No. 1 originator of HECMs in 2025, a year in which industrywide volume was flat compared to 2024. The company endorsed 5,740 HECMs last year, down from 6,149 a year earlier. It also was a leading secondary market participant, finishing third in issuance of HECM Mortgage-Backed Securities (HMBS) with $1.16 billion in volume and 19% market share.
Last week, the company announced key hire as it added Tommy Noyes, formerly of Liberty Reverse Mortgage, as a national reverse wholesale account executive. Liberty’s assets are being sold in the near future to Finance of America, a deal that was reported in November.