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From the craziest thing he’s ever done and his most embarrassing moment to his thoughts on the future of the reverse market, we get the facts from Joshua Shein, senior director at Home Point Financial.
Something nobody knows about me is I used to be in the medical products industry.
My favorite vacation was sailing in the British Virgin Islands.
My first car was a Renault Fuego.
My most embarrassing moment was having a bird poop on me during my first date with my wife.
The craziest thing I’ve ever done was sky-dive in California.
My favorite movie is Inception.
I never miss an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm. I can’t wait for it to return.
When I was younger I wanted to be an architect.
Every morning I drink coffee, check Twitter and read The Wall Street Journal (the actual newspaper, not the digital version).
I can’t go without good food.
When I was a kid I spent a summer cycling through Europe.
I’ll never forget my summer in high school as a waiter; it taught me all about customer service, people and patience.
My first job was at a bicycle repair shop. I was 14 and had to get a special working permit.
My parents taught me how to always work hard and never give up.
My favorite time of the day is early morning, when there is peace and quiet before the kids wake up.
I always say please and thank you.
The best lesson I’ve ever learned was “happy wife, happy life”!
The most memorable moment in my life was when my kids were born, 10 and 13 years ago.
The worst purchase I’ve ever made was a Samsung phone. I’m an iPhone guy.
If I could trade places with someone for a day, I would choose not to. I’m very happy as is.
For success I have sacrificed a lot of sleep!
The biggest challenge in the reverse mortgage industry is overcoming the myths and educating and informing more people as to how it works.
The future of reverse mortgages is big and bright!
People should seek a career in the reverse mortgage industry because there is nothing as rewarding as receiving a genuine thank-you letter from someone whose life you have changed.
I am optimistic about the reverse mortgage industry because the senior population continues to grow and the need for the reverse product will only increase.
Industry growth is dependent upon respectable companies leading the way in educating and reaching out to consumers.
The ideal characteristics of leaders in the industry are dedicated, committed and being in it for the long haul.
I would encourage a family member to consider a reverse mortgage because it is truly life-changing. There is no other financial product like it. If my parents were not in a condo, they would have one!
