New HomeSafe second line of credit targets equity-rich homeowners seeking access to cash without refinancing into higher rates or taking on monthly payments
Ruling clarifies that unused HECM funds are contingent assets protected under homestead law, with implications for lenders, servicers, and originators
Aging, equity-rich homeowners drive demand for second-lien solutions as record housing wealth reshapes originator strategy
Fairway Home Mortgage and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors have launched a new educational certification component to train advisors on integrating housing wealth and reverse mortgage strategies into retirement planning
Hometap has appointed Jesse Silverman as general counsel and Josh Berg as chief product officer to strengthen compliance, product development, and support continued growth of its home equity financing platform
ATTOM data shows that U.S. homeowner equity dipped modestly in the fourth quarter of 2025, as the housing market continues to normalize, with equity levels remaining historically strong despite slight increases in underwater mortgages
Finance of America adds veteran marketer to lead brand, growth, and audience expansion as the company sharpens its focus on home equity in retirement planning
Cotality’s Q3 2025 Homeowner Equity Report shows U.S. borrower equity fell $373.8 billion year-over-year, negative equity rose to 2.2%, and regional gains and losses highlight growing vulnerability for leveraged homeowners
FirstClose has partnered with Stewart Lender Services to integrate home equity title, valuation, and closing solutions directly into its Order Management System, streamlining workflows and accelerating loan processing for lenders
Point is the leading home equity platform making homeownership more valuable and accessible. Point’s flagship product, the Home Equity Investment (HEI), empowers homeowners to unlock their equity to eliminate debt, get through periods of financial hardship, and diversify their wealth – without adding to their monthly expenses. Point has worked with more than 20,000 homeowners, unlocking more than $2 billion in home equity. Point’s HEI enables investors to access a previously untapped asset class – owner-occupied residential real estate. Founded in 2015 by Eddie Lim, Eoin Matthews, and Alex Rampell, Point is backed by top investors, including Westcap, Andreessen Horowitz, Ribbit Capital, Greylock Partners, Bloomberg Beta, Blue Owl Capital, Alpaca VC, and Prudential. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.
