EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Evaluating 39 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and pleasant demeanor, making complex processes much easier to navigate. Many people highlight the exceptional customer service, noting prompt responses to emails and calls, and a clear, unpressured explanation of services. The overall user experience is described as smooth and efficient, with many feeling respected and guided throughout their journey. However, some people mentioned an initial rough start with an advisor or a requirement to hire a second lawyer, which was an unexpected step.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We initially had a rough start with an advisor who didn't seem to care much. However, we then transferred to Stephanie, and she really helped us immensely throughout the process. There were many uphil... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A huge decision, back & forth, to step into a Reverse Mortgage with Equitable Bank made all the easier with Mitch & Charlene who guided me along the way. Calls were always returned in quick time &... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I dealt with Stephanie Caero at EQ bank and I recommend her highly. My reverse mortgage went through so fast, and Stephanie was there every step of the way, 'holding' my hand if necessary. The only t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

She is very professional and pleasant to talk to. Very knowledgeable in answering questions about reverse mortgage. Always prompt in replying to emails and phone calls. We appreciate very much her as... See more

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Company details

  1. Financial Institution
  2. Bank
  3. Mortgage Lender

About EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

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Enjoy your hard-earned home equity in retirement, without having to sell or make monthly payments. Access your home equity in tax-free cash and stay in the home you love. Plus, we’ll beat any posted rates for comparable reverse mortgages.* Is your traditional mortgage weighing you down? Do you have high-interest debt? Or maybe you’re simply looking to free up cash flow to fund home renovations or help a loved one. Whatever your priorities, we can find a solution that works for you. Call us today to chat with one of our reverse mortgage specialists.

We’ll beat any posted rates for comparable reverse mortgages.*

Access your home equity in tax-free cash. Stay in the home you love with no monthly payments to worry about.

Is your traditional mortgage weighting you down? Do you have high-interest debt? Or maybe you’re simply looking to free up cash flow to fund home renovations or help a loved one. Whatever your priorities, we can find a solution that works for you.

Call us today to chat with one of our reverse mortgage specialists.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With Stephanie it was easy task…

With Stephanie it was easy task following step by step
for the Reverse Morgage!
I am very pleased with Equitable Bank.
Just would like to thank again Stephanie for her patience and her dedication.
Thank you Stephanie.
Sincerely
Lise Demeter

15 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Financial Institute

Excellent! One of the best financial institutes by far! No fees, no lies, they pay you, for having an account! They also pay back all ATM FEES! AWESOME FINANCIAL INSTITUTE!

14 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service Excellence – Equitable Bank

Service Excellence – Equitable Bank
The process of obtaining funding from Banks is normally a harassing journey.
However, from my first contact with Stephanie Careo, applying for Equitable Bank’s Reverse Mortgage to funding Stephanie managed to make me feel that I was the only person she helping.
At this time my wife of 51 years was slipping away due to the ravage of pancreatic cancer.
Thank Stephanie for making the process so smooth.
Louis Meyer

13 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy and professional.

From beginning to end my CES Stephanie Caero was very helpful, patient and professional, always answering all my questions promptly and thoroughly. She made what could have been a difficult time easy and I always felt respected as she guided my way through unchartered territory. I am happy overall with using Equitable Bank

16 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EQUITABLE BANK IS THE BEST CHOICE

GLENDA gave
excellent and professional customer service and guided me through the process smoothly and answered all
My questions in a timely and easy to understand manner.
Very knowledgeable and easy to
Converse with.

7 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Company and Customer Service

EQ Bank and Stephanie Caero were fantastic to work with, Stephanie answered all my questions promptly and everything was done quickly and with the utmost professionalism. I would 100% recommend this company and Stephanie Caero!!!

28 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

From Trust to Exploitation — A Cautionary Tale

Review: After three years of responsible business with Equitable Bank’s reverse mortgage team, I was appalled by their recent conduct. They pressured and intimidated my guarantor—who had supported me throughout the process—causing her to withdraw from signing the renewal agreement. This was not just unethical, it was strategic: Equitable Bank used this tactic to justify raising my mortgage rate from 3.8% to 9%, nearly tripling my monthly payment from $3,461 to $5,363.29.

This is not customer service—it’s exploitation. Their actions reflect greed, dishonesty, and a complete disregard for the well-being of their clients. I strongly advise others to think twice before trusting this institution with their financial future.

25 September 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We initially had a rough start with an…

We initially had a rough start with an advisor who didn't seem to care much. However, we then transferred to Stephanie, and she really helped us immensely throughout the process. There were many uphill battles, but she handled everything like a true professional—even when she was on vacation! We truly appreciate her help; we couldn't have done it without her. Just make sure your lawyer has your paperwork in order, or you'll end up waiting forever. done it without her help, just make sure your lawyer has your paperwork in order or you'll be waiting for ever

1 September 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi, thank you for the great review. We're happy to hear that Stephanie was an immense help!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

With a regular mortgage

just advice...
With a regular mortgage, you borrow a lump sum of money and make monthly payments to your lender to pay it back. Part of your payment goes towards the principal (the amount you borrowed) and part goes to paying the interest. Your equity grows, and the balance of what you owe goes down over time.

With a reverse mortgage, you borrow money from the lender, based on the amount of equity you have in your home. The lender may send you the funds from the reverse mortgage in one lump sum payment, a series of monthly payments, or some combination of those. But no matter how the money gets distributed to you, the lender adds interest each month to the balance you owe (the principal). That means your balance goes up over time, increasing the amount you have to pay, and you have less and less equity in your home.

24 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stephanie is an exceptional mortgage specialist

Working with Stephanie Caero was a pleasure from beginning to end. I knew that she came with long experience, and Stephanie lived up to that expectation. My application had some complexities, but she handled them with confidence. She answered my questions immediately, kept me posted, was friendly, accessible, professional and always on top of things. Knows her stuff front and back. Stephanie is way above the norm, in my own long experience. I enthusiastically recommend Stephanie.

30 June 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hello, thank you for the excellent review! We're glad to hear Stephanie provided you with exceptional service from end-to-end.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly commendable.

She is very professional and pleasant to talk to. Very knowledgeable in answering questions about reverse mortgage. Always prompt in replying to emails and phone calls. We appreciate very much her assistance and guidance from start to finish of our mortgage application. Now, we surely can relax.

7 August 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi Rudy, thanks so much for the wonderful review. Relax away!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stephanie gave us great service

Stephanie is professional, answered all our questions, was easy to contact, and kept us updated throughout the application process. Overall very good experience, thank you Stephanie!

7 August 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi, thank you for the excellent review! Happy to hear you had a good experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glenda was very helpful and did her…

Glenda was very helpful to me. She was very pleasant in dealing with me and I felt comfortable to do the mortgage with her.

31 July 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi Joyce, thank you for the excellent review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glenda made this experience easy and…

Glenda made this experience easy and stress free. She was prompt in her replies and guided us through the process. We will highly recommend Equitable to friends.
The hard part is getting this review sent off as the system won’t accept my email

30 July 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi J. Earl, we're so happy to hear that you had an easy and stress-free experience! Thank you for the recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality of service provided

Working with Glenda at EB was a great experience. Very patient, kind, and pleasant. When a few glitches came up and took time to resolve, she handled them very skilfully and professionally, always keeping me informed along the way.

15 May 2025
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Reply from EQ Bank Reverse Mortgages

Hi Dan, thank you for the excellent review, we're happy to hear Gleda skillfully guided you through the process.

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