Home Equity

Latest Articles

• What is home equity?

  Borrowing against the equity in your home can be a smart move if you’re careful.

  9 min read Apr 15, 2021

  

• How does the coronavirus crisis affect HELOCs?

  Here’s what to do if you have a HELOC or have considered applying.

  2 min read Apr 02, 2021

  

• Risks of home equity loans and how to avoid them

  Tapping home equity can be a smart move, but know what surprises could be lurking.

  6 min read Mar 30, 2021

  

• 7 reasons to use home equity

  Borrowing against your house can pay off, but only if you’re smart about it.

  11 min read Mar 29, 2021

  

• Home equity line of credit (HELOC) vs. home equity loan: How do they work?

  Know the differences between these products before you borrow against your equity.

  8 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• How do HELOC fixed-rate options work?

  You can lock the rate on a portion of your credit line with this hybrid home loan.

  5 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• Smart ways to use your home equity for remodeling

  Home improvements can make or break your finances, so learn before you leap.

  7 min read Mar 22, 2021

  

• How to calculate equity in your home

  Learn how much equity you have in your home and how much of it you can borrow.

  4 min read Mar 15, 2021

  

• Home equity loan, HELOC or reverse mortgage: Which is right for you?

  What’s the best way for older homeowners to tap home equity for cash?

  5 min read Aug 22, 2019

  

• Refinancing with a home equity loan

  For some homeowners, it could make sense to refinance with a home equity loan.

  6 min read Mar 11, 2021