How much are home equity loan closing costs?
Consider the closing costs of home equity loans and HELOCs before getting one.
3 min read
Mar 27, 2023
Jennifer Calonia is an L.A.-based writer and editor. Over the past decade, she's covered topics like debt, saving money, credit cards, and lifestyle. You can find her work featured on publications like Business Insider, Forbes, HuffPost, U.S. News and World Report and more.
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What is a HELOC (home equity line of credit)?
A HELOC works like a credit card — one that uses your home as collateral for cash you borrow.
6 min read Feb 10, 2023 -
Can you collect unemployment benefits if you have a side business?
If you’re unemployed, some part-time work can reduce what benefits you collect.
4 min read Oct 17, 2022 -
Affording college as an adult
Tuition is just the start when it comes to college expenses you need to consider.
6 min read Oct 14, 2022 -
How to deal with debt collectors
You have rights when debt collectors contact you. Try these steps when you respond.
6 min read Oct 11, 2022 -
Paying off debt early: Advantages and disadvantages
As of the second quarter of 2022, the amount of consumer debt in the United States totaled over $16 trillion. Many Americans face extreme financial hardships, regardless of age, education and income level [...]
5 min read Oct 11, 2022 -
Can you use a personal loan to buy a car?
Using a personal loan to buy a car may be a good option for certain buyers.
4 min read Sep 30, 2022 -
What is debt management?
When you’d rather control your debt than have it control you, that’s debt management.
6 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
The 5 most common types of bankruptcy
These are the five most common models of bankruptcy. Learn how they operate and who they’re good for.
4 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What assets do I have to list in bankruptcy?
When you’re filing for bankruptcy, disclose all your assets, no matter how trivial.
3 min read Sep 20, 2022 -
How to pay off parent PLUS loans
Here’s how to tackle your student loan debt once your child graduates.
4 min read Jul 27, 2022 -
Cash out refi vs. home equity loan: What you need to know
For some homeowners, it could make sense to refinance with a home equity loan.
6 min read Jul 22, 2022 -
What is a federal Direct Loan?
The type of loan you choose depends on your financial need and academic level.
6 min read Jul 15, 2022 -
How much do dentists make?
How much you make depends on your location and specialty.
3 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
What to know about boat loans
Unless you’ve saved a boatload of cash, you’ll need to finance a boat with a loan.
5 min read Feb 17, 2022