Articles from Hometap

Today, Hometap, the Boston-based fintech company pioneering home equity investment solutions, announced that a New York homeowner has won $25,000 in its "Invested in Homeowners' Dreams" contest,” which he plans to use to renovate his family's bathrooms. Alongside the prize, Hometap is donating $25,000 to Rebuilding Together. These two commitments extend Hometap's promise to invest in more than its own homeowners, supporting the communities and causes that make homeownership better for everyone.

A new survey from Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, finds that as the country marks its 250th birthday, most homeowners still believe in the promise of homeownership, but are increasingly skeptical that the system built around it is actually delivering.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, today announced it is now offering its home equity investment (HEI) product to five new states: Georgia, Montana, Tennessee, Idaho, and Delaware. With this expansion, Hometap's products are now available in states representing more than half of U.S. homeowners, as demand for flexible, homeowner-first financial solutions continues to grow.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, announced today a new two-tier pricing structure for its home equity investments (HEIs) that makes it more affordable for homeowners to access the cash that's already theirs, with an all-in cost over 10 years that beats most credit cards and personal loans and compares with a traditional home equity loan or HELOC.1 With this new structure, Hometap becomes among the most competitively priced home equity investments on the market.

A new survey from Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, finds that small business owners in 2026 are optimistic despite real headwinds. They are largely self-funded, hungry for flexible capital, and navigating a financial landscape that does not always work in their favor.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, today announced two senior appointments to its executive leadership team, welcoming Jesse Silverman as General Counsel and Josh Berg as Chief Product Officer. Silverman will report to Hometap Chief Executive Officer, Jeffrey Glass, and Berg will report to Hometap President and Chief Operating Officer, Sarah Dekin.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, today announced the release of its 2026 outlook report Home Equity Investments: Scaling the Next Chapter Responsibly. Hometap forecasts that 2026 will mark a period of disciplined expansion for the home equity investment industry, as strong homeowner demand converges with more established capital markets activity and increasingly active state-level regulatory engagement.

A new survey from Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, finds that traditional lending doesn’t meet every homeowner’s needs today. While most remain confident in the long-term value of their homes, they say existing products like mortgages, HELOCs, and home equity loans no longer align with their financial realities or goals.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, announced today that it has raised $50 million in funding led by affiliates of Gallatin Point Capital. Hometap will use the funds to accelerate the adoption of its homeowner-first products that help homeowners address life’s challenges and opportunities without adding to their monthly expenses.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering modern home equity solutions, today announced a refreshed brand identity that reflects its next stage of growth and reinforces its commitment to homeowners facing today’s shifting housing realities. Against a backdrop of rising costs, tighter budgets, and limited options for accessing home equity, Hometap’s evolved brand underscores its mission of making homeownership less stressful and more accessible.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions for American homeowners, announced the expansion to its Home Equity Dashboard through additional partner offerings. The enhanced Dashboard offers homeowners access to vetted solutions that help them protect, grow, and maximize their most important asset: their home.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions for American homeowners, announced the closing of HTAP 2025-2, a securitization backed by $300M Hometap-originated home equity investments (HEIs). This transaction marks the fifth securitization of Hometap HEIs, reinforcing both its position as a leader in the asset class and its ability to deliver consistent access to capital for investors.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, announced today that it has deployed more than $2 billion to over 20,000 homeowners through its home equity investment (HEI) platform. The milestone reflects accelerating demand for alternative financing solutions as Americans navigate persistent affordability challenges and rising homeownership costs.

A new survey from Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions, finds that more than half of homeowners are feeling financially stressed, driven by rising homeownership costs that are outpacing income and delaying long-term goals. Yet despite the pressure, many remain committed to holding onto their homes and the long-term value they represent.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering home equity financing solutions for American homeowners, announced a partnership with financial education company iGrad to offer its Enrich financial wellness platform to invested homeowners. This strategic partnership enhances Hometap's commitment to homeowner success by providing essential financial education resources that support better decision-making throughout the entire home investment journey and beyond.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, today announced its Blueprint-level partnership with Heading Home, the Boston area's largest provider of services for homeless families with children. This partnership reinforces Hometap's commitment to addressing critical housing needs, both through its innovative home equity financing solutions and through its corporate social responsibility initiatives supporting local nonprofit organizations.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, today announced the release of its 2025 outlook report Home Equity Investments: The Tipping Point for Alternative Financing.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, announced a new appointment to its executive team, welcoming Tom Egan as Chief Financial Officer. Egan will report directly to Hometap Chief Executive Officer, Jeffrey Glass.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, announced the closing of HTAP 2024-2, a $278 million securitization backed by home equity investments originated by Hometap. Following closely on the heels of HTAP 2024-1, the significantly oversubscribed debut of Hometap’s proprietary securitization platform, this is the second securitization of Hometap-originated home equity investments this year.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, announced the closing of its inaugural securitization, HTAP 2024-1. The transaction was backed entirely by Hometap-originated home equity investment (HEI) assets. The transaction was significantly oversubscribed, demonstrating the growing institutional interest in the HEI asset class and strength of Hometap’s brand among investors.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing for American homeowners, announced today that they have deployed more than $1 billion in home equity investment (HEI) products.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company pioneering debt-free home equity financing, is pleased to announce its latest national ranking among the fastest-growing technology companies in the United States, placing 14th in the highly-respected Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ for North America published today.

Hometap, the Boston-based financial technology company that has provided more than 8,000 American homeowners with an innovative, debt-free way to access their home equity, today is pleased to announce its inclusion, at 66th position, in the prestigious Inc. 5000 listing, a nationally-recognized program showcasing the country’s fastest-growing privately companies in the United States. At 66, debutant Hometap has received an extremely strong place – just outside the top percentile – in the program, which over the years has included Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands.