Fred Thompson Wants Poor Old People to Buy Sleazy, Gov't-Backed Reverse Mortgages

This sleazy ad has been on cable news all day. Former presidential candidate and country bear Fred Thompson wants old people to get "Absolutely FREE," government-backed reverse mortgages. What do we know about this shady company Thompson is endorsing?

Fred Thompson Wants Poor Old People to Buy Sleazy, Gov't-Backed Reverse Mortgages

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