Karen Pryor

Experience You Can Trust

Choosing a reverse mortgage is one of the most important financial decisions you may make in retirement. I believe you deserve clear answers, honest guidance, and the time to fully understand your options before deciding whether a reverse mortgage is right for you.

For more than 30 years, I’ve helped families make important mortgage decisions. Today, as a Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional (CRMP) and Reverse Mortgage Specialist with Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage, I help homeowners age 55 and older understand their reverse mortgage options and how they may fit into their individual retirement goals. I’m proud to be among fewer than 100 CRMPs located in California.

As a Torrance resident, I’m proud to serve homeowners throughout the South Bay and surrounding California communities, as well as homeowners in Utah. Licensed in both California and Utah, I’m committed to providing personalized reverse mortgage education and guidance to help homeowners understand their options and make informed decisions about their retirement.

My goal isn’t to convince you that a reverse mortgage is the right solution. It’s to help you determine whether it’s the right solution for your unique situation. I take the time to explain how reverse mortgages work, answer your questions, discuss alternatives, and provide the information you need to make an informed decision without pressure.

If you already work with a financial advisor, estate planning attorney, or CPA, I’m happy to collaborate with your trusted professionals to help you evaluate how a reverse mortgage may fit into your overall retirement, tax, and legacy planning strategy. My goal is to support an informed, coordinated approach that considers your long-term financial goals.

Reverse mortgages are often surrounded by myths and misconceptions. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping people separate fact from fiction so they can make informed decisions based on accurate information. My commitment to education led to my being featured by Palos Verdes Pulse in an interview titled “Karen Pryor: Mortgage Myth Buster,” where I discuss common misconceptions about reverse mortgages and my passion for helping older adults better understand their financial options.

Read the interview here.

Serving others has always been important to me, both professionally and personally. I’m proud to have served on Torrance Memorial Medical Center’s Professional Advisory Council for the past seven years and am currently serving my third year on the City of Torrance Social Services Commission. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce and recently joined the Board of Directors for the Volunteer Center South Bay-Harbor-Long Beach.

Giving back to the South Bay community that I call home is one of the most meaningful parts of my life.

Whether you’re exploring a reverse mortgage for yourself, helping a parent evaluate their options, or you’re a financial professional looking for a trusted resource for your clients, I’m committed to providing honest guidance, personalized service, and the education you need to move forward with confidence.

If you’re considering a reverse mortgage or simply have questions, I’d be happy to have a conversation. No pressure. Just clear, straightforward guidance to help you make the decision that’s right for you.