HECM Reverse Mortgage
The FHA-insured standard reverse mortgage — the most widely used program in the country. Receive funds as a lump sum, monthly payments, a line of credit, or a combination, with no monthly mortgage payments required.
Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley, CA
Reverse Mortgages for Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley Homeowners
Pasadena and the surrounding San Gabriel Valley communities have some of the most storied and valuable real estate in Southern California. David Simon helps homeowners 55+ access that equity — with no monthly mortgage payments and no pressure.
Pasadena's Home Equity Advantage
Pasadena, San Marino, Arcadia, Monrovia, and the broader San Gabriel Valley represent some of the most established residential neighborhoods in Los Angeles County. Homeowners who purchased in these communities decades ago have seen their properties appreciate dramatically — and for residents 62 and older, that equity can be converted into tax-free funds through a reverse mortgage without selling or making monthly mortgage payments.
David Simon is a licensed reverse mortgage specialist who works with Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley homeowners to evaluate their options clearly and without pressure. He takes the time to understand your full financial picture before recommending any program — and if a reverse mortgage isn't the right fit, he'll tell you.
The San Gabriel Valley's premium neighborhoods — particularly San Marino, Arcadia, and the historic estates of Pasadena's Oak Knoll and Prospect Park districts — frequently qualify for jumbo reverse mortgage programs that go beyond the FHA lending limit, unlocking significantly more equity than a standard HECM.
Reverse Mortgage Programs Available in Pasadena & the San Gabriel Valley
Jumbo Reverse Mortgage
For San Gabriel Valley homes valued above the FHA lending limit — common in San Marino, Arcadia, and Pasadena's historic neighborhoods — proprietary jumbo reverse mortgages can unlock significantly more equity than a standard HECM.
HECM Line of Credit
A flexible credit line that grows over time, giving Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley homeowners a financial cushion for healthcare costs, home improvements, or supplemental retirement income whenever it's needed.
Reverse 55+ Program
California's Reverse 55+ program allows eligible homeowners as young as 55 to access home equity — a valuable option for San Gabriel Valley residents who want earlier access to their equity before reaching 62.
Trusted Guidance for San Gabriel Valley Homeowners
David Simon has spent over 40 years in the financial industry — the last nearly 10 helping people understand and obtain the best mortgage for their particular circumstances. He explains every program in plain language and answers every question thoroughly. He never pushes clients to move forward — once he has educated them and laid out all their options, they make the decision to move forward or not.
Because David works with multiple lenders — including those offering jumbo proprietary programs — he can compare options across the full market to find the best fit for your San Gabriel Valley home, whether it's a mid-century Craftsman in Pasadena or a high-value estate in San Marino.
David Simon
Reverse Mortgage Specialist
What Pasadena Homeowners Should Know
You remain the homeowner
A reverse mortgage does not transfer ownership. You keep the title and can stay in your home as long as you maintain it and pay property taxes and insurance.
No monthly mortgage payments required
The loan balance grows over time and is repaid when you sell, move out, or pass away. There are no required monthly principal or interest payments during the life of the loan.
HUD counseling is required
Before closing on a HECM, you'll complete a brief session with an independent HUD-approved housing counselor — a consumer protection that ensures you fully understand the program.
Non-recourse protection
Your heirs will never owe more than the home's value at repayment. If the loan balance exceeds the home's value, FHA insurance covers the difference — not your family.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley Reverse Mortgages
Talk through your options with David Simon
Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley homeowners have built exceptional equity in some of Southern California's most storied neighborhoods. Let's talk about how a reverse mortgage — including jumbo programs for higher-value homes — can help you put that equity to work in retirement.
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David Simon
Sr. Loan Officer & Reverse Mortgage Specialist
NMLS #1521694 | CABRE #02040832
Cell
(818) 232-1171
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Office
Secured Capital Funding
17662 Irvine Blvd. Suite 6
Tustin, CA 92780
NMLS #1649122 | CABRE #01220151
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