Home Equity
Find out what home equity is and how to use it, plus news, advice and tools on home equity loans and HELOCs.
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Federal Reserve rate hike impact on home equity
The latest news on the Fed and home equity rates
5 min read Mar 22, 2023 -
Latest HELOC news: Rates rise again
The average rate on home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) was 7.75 percent this week, according to Bankrate’s national survey of large lenders.
2 min read Mar 22, 2023 -
Are home equity loans tax-deductible?
Home equity borrowers can deduct interest, but only if they meet these requirements.
5 min read Mar 17, 2023 -
5 things to know before you tackle an expensive backyard makeover
You don’t need to spend a fortune to create a great outdoor space.
7 min read Mar 16, 2023 -
How to build equity in your home
Building home equity is a smart financial move, and there are a few ways to do it.
7 min read Mar 07, 2023 -
Home Equity Loans on the rise in 2023
Borrowing has become much more expensive, but that hasn’t scared homeowners away from tapping their equity.
8 min read Mar 01, 2023 -
Refinancing a home equity loan
There are good reasons to refinance your home equity loan, but there are risks too.
3 min read Feb 28, 2023 -
What is a home equity loan and how does it work?
Home equity loans usually come at lower interest rates than other types of loans.
5 min read Feb 24, 2023 -
The housing gender gap: Why women still face roadblocks in homeownership, home equity and home values
More single women than men own homes. But they pay more and get less out of them.
8 min read Feb 20, 2023 -
How to calculate home equity
Learn how much equity you have in your home and how much of it you can borrow.
4 min read Feb 20, 2023