HELOANs

NAHB's remodeling index finished at its highest mark in a year, with the current industry outlook standing in stark contrast to homebuilder sentiment.

Home equity is becoming a data-driven asset that demands sharper valuation and analytics as lending options expand, according to Clear Capital's EVP of Strategy and Growth.

Bank statement loans, a home equity credit card and a blockchain investment product are among the new offerings designed to reach an $11 trillion market.

Billions in home equity sit untapped as second-lien loans struggle to gain traction, writes the chairman of Whalen Global Advisors.

The lender, which reported over $200 million in home equity line of credit volume in the recent quarter, suggests the business can deliver massive scale.

The largely direct-to-consumer lender will also offer reverse mortgage loans in the latest dealing between publicly traded industry players.

Different markets for home equity products emerge, plus technology changes make it easier and quicker for traditional offerings to reach consumers.

As mortgage rates dip, more homeowners are turning to cash-out refis for quick access to cash, ICE says.