Better.com’s Home Equity Lending Surges 400% in 2024

Key Highlights:

  • 400% growth in home equity lending, from $15M to $60M monthly in 2024.

  • One Day HELOC™ enables underwritten approval within 24 hours.

  • Betsy™ AI loan assistant improves efficiency, cutting response times from hours to seconds.

  • Expanded underwriting criteria helps self-employed and investment property owners access home equity.

  • Strategic partnerships with mortgage brokers and lenders drive lending volume.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quote:

“As the fastest-growing digital home equity lender in the market, we understand that need and will continue to demonstrate speed, ease, and efficiency – the same differentiators which power our One Day Mortgage™ product – to homeowners when they need to access their equity.”

Vishal Garg, CEO at Better.com

Why This Matters:

As traditional mortgage demand fluctuates, Better.com is diversifying its lending business with AI-driven, fast, and accessible home equity solutions. By leveraging AI technology like Betsy™, the company ensures faster loan processing, helping homeowners access funds efficiently. This positions Better.com as a leader in digital home lending, setting a new standard for speed and accessibility in the industry.