While home-equity originations lost some steam recently, Williston Financial Group Chairman and Founder Patrick F. Stone anticipates a good rest of the year for home-equity lending, and he is more optimistic about the U.S. economy than what he reads in the media. Stone shared his thoughts on second mortgages during an exclusive interview with Home Equity Lending News CEO Sam Garcia. Stone’s industry insight makes this interview a must-read for anyone interested in the world of home equity lending.