Home Equity

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  What to know about HELOC prepayment penalties

  Yes, you get charged for getting out of debt early. Here’s why.

  4 min read Dec 01, 2023
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  Are home equity loans tax-deductible?

  Home equity borrowers can deduct interest, but only if they meet these requirements.

  6 min read Dec 01, 2023
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  Should I use a HELOC to pay off credit card debt?

  Borrowing against the value of your home is one way to pay off old debts — but is it the best way?

  5 min read Nov 29, 2023
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  What is a second mortgage, and how does it work?

  Using your home to secure a second loan can have huge benefits — if you do it right.

  9 min read Nov 28, 2023
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  The 10 largest home equity lenders

  Who does the most business in HELOCs and home equity loans?

  3 min read Nov 22, 2023
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  How much are home equity loan closing costs?

  They’re less than mortgages’ closing costs, but the upfront expenses for these loans does add up.

  6 min read Nov 21, 2023
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  Building generational wealth with home equity in 2024

  Why and how your home can be the foundation of your family’s fortune.

  10 min read Nov 20, 2023
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  How to calculate home equity

  How to estimate your ownership stake, and how much of it you can borrow.

  5 min read Nov 10, 2023
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  Home equity hazards: The risks of tapping into your property’s value

  Tapping home equity can be a smart move, but don’t get trapped by surprise terms.

  10 min read Nov 09, 2023
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  Should you use your home to pay medical bills?

  It can be a good solution — if you understand the risks of putting your house on the line.

  9 min read Nov 09, 2023