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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Using a HELOC for medical expenses
You may be cover medical debt with a HELOC, but know the pros and cons first.
5 min read Aug 29, 2022 -
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 Aug 22, 2022 -
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 Aug 22, 2022 -
The pros and cons of a home equity line of credit (HELOC)
A HELOC has low interest rates, but it requires you to use your home as collateral.
5 min read Aug 18, 2022 -
Does a HELOC affect your credit score?
A HELOC has different effects on your credit during all stages of the loan.
3 min read Aug 18, 2022 -
Are home equity loans tax-deductible?
Home equity borrowers can deduct interest, but only if they meet these requirements.
4 min read Aug 18, 2022 -
Home equity loan or HELOC vs. cash-out mortgage refinance
Knowing the differences among equity loans will help you make the right choice.
5 min read Aug 17, 2022 -
How to build equity in your home
Building home equity is a smart financial move, and there are a few ways to do it.
6 min read Aug 17, 2022 -
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.
4 min read Jul 28, 2022 -
7 reasons to use home equity
Borrowing from your home equity can pay off, but only if you’re smart about it.
8 min read Jul 26, 2022