Every month, Mortgage Professional America is producing a series of articles on a theme affecting mortgage professionals across the US. All coverage through the month can be found here
Every month, MPA is producing a series of articles on a big theme impacting mortgage professionals and the market. In February, our writers are focusing on home equity lines of credit (HELOCs): how brokers and lenders are marketing and selling those products, which client types they're suitable for, and everything else the industry needs to keep in mind. All content can be found here.
February: HELOC Focus
How brokers can use HELOCs to give homeowners protection in a volatile economy
In an uncertain job market, how a HELOC can provide a safety net
Available home equity surges to $21.4 trillion even as loan originations jump
An opportunity for brokers to help customers tap into equity
A first-lien HELOC? One originator changing the way brokers think about the HELOC
The all-in-one product that could change the industry
Brokers have ‘fiduciary duty’ to pick HELOANs for debt-laden homeowners, say execs
Why a closed-end loan might be best for high-debt customers
Executive: Why HELOCs beat refinances for brokers and clients
Why brokers could risk future business by not having HELOC available
How brokers can profit from HELOC changes: 'Banks don't do HELOCs anymore'
Here's how brokers can help homeowners tap into equity
