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Introduction

Today, many seniors are finding it difficult to maintain their lifestyles. Years of poor investment returns coupled with the rising cost of prescription drugs, real estate taxes, and the expense of heating their homes have pushed them to the financial brink. Perhaps this is happening to you or someone in your family.

Fortunately, for many senior homeowners there is a possible and often perfect solution to their budgetary dilemma -- the reverse mortgage. A reverse mortgage is a special type of loan that permits seniors age 62 and older to convert a portion of their home’s equity into tax-free cash. Unlike a traditional loan, a reverse mortgage permits seniors to receive monthly payments instead of having to make them. Why? Because the repayment of the loan is not required as long as they live in their homes.

If you are age 62 and older, own your home, and have little or no mortgage, you might be eligible for a reverse mortgage. With the loan proceeds, you could pay off debt, make home repairs, or simply have enough money to enjoy life. Sounds interesting, doesn't it?

There are a handful of companies that offer reverse mortgages. Ocean State Reverse Financing, Inc. is one of them. We are Rhode Island based and, unlike our competition, we devote 100% of our time to helping seniors originate reverse mortgages. A reverse mortgage isn’t a sideline with us. It’s the only product we offer. Our mission is to educate you about this valuable planning tool. A lot of things you buy come off the shelf, a reverse mortgage shouldn’t be one of them. It comes from thoughtful analysis, patience, and understanding – in a way it comes from the heart.

Please review the enclosed information and browse several of the independent websites listed for your convenience. And when you are ready to meet, call us at 401-667-2578 or toll free at 1-866-401-4014 to schedule a no obligation meeting. We can meet with you during the day, in the evening, and on weekends. Meanwhile, if you have any questions, please feel free to call or send us an email.

Mission Statement

Ocean State Reverse Financing, Inc. is a company that educates senior homeowners about reverse mortgages and originates reverse mortgages for those who qualify. We promise to work diligently to help seniors stay in their homes while improving their quality of life by devoting 100% of our time to helping them thoroughly understand how reverse mortgages work. We will strive every day to deliver exemplary personal service to our borrowers, their families and their financial advisors. We pledge to be patient, thorough, understanding and caring while recognizing our responsibilities to our borrowers, our employees and our community.


About the President

William K. White – Founder and President of Ocean State Reverse Financing, Inc. – is a native of Rhode Island and was raised in Westerly where his grandparents put down roots more than a century ago.

After graduating from Boston University in 1988, Bill started a successful career in banking at Citizens Bank as a Management Trainee. Bill was an Assistant Branch Manager in North Providence and later became a Branch Manager in his hometown of Westerly. He says of his time at Citizens, “I took great care in making certain that my customers received the very best service.” Deciding to expand his knowledge of the mortgage industry, Bill became a Senior Loan Officer at Advanced Financial Services, Inc. in Newport, where he originated loans in 22 states. Bill was promoted to Product Manager/Underwriter and for three years managed a staff of five people. In February 2000, Bill joined Rhode Island Housing and Mortgage Finance Corporation (RIHMFC). As Community Lending Manager, Bill oversaw five different homeowner loan programs including the Reverse Mortgage Program. At RIHMFC, Bill came to understand the power of reverse mortgages to help senior homeowners stay in their homes and improve their quality of life.

With 16 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry, Bill founded Ocean State Reverse Financing, Inc., fulfilling the lifelong dream of starting his own company – a company that combines his financial expertise with his passion for helping people. Ocean State Reverse Financing, Inc. is committed to providing senior homeowners with thoughtful analysis and practical advice on how reverse mortgages work and will provide its borrowers with exemplary service from the initial application to the loan closing.

Bill resides in South Kingstown with his wife Kathy and their two children – Charlie and Molly. He received a certificate in Housing and Community Development from the University of Rhode Island in 2002. Bill is active in his community where he volunteers for his church and his children’s youth soccer league.

Rhode Island Mortgage Brokers License # 20041768LB

Now also licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts (MB4524)