Basics
What is home equity?
Borrowing against the equity in your home can be a smart move if you’re careful.
Home equity loan requirements
When lenders check your financial situation, these criteria will count the most.
How to build home equity
Building equity is a smart financial move, and there are a few ways to do it.
How to calculate home equity
Use these five steps to learn how much equity you have in your home.
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Latest Articles
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Home equity loan vs. a HELOC or cash-out mortgage refinance
Knowing the differences among equity loans will help you make the right choice.
4 min read Aug 31, 2020
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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.
5 min read Aug 31, 2020
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How to get equity out of your house
Your home isn’t a piggy bank, but there are wise ways to use its equity.
10 min read Aug 24, 2020
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HELOC refinancing
Your payments could go up drastically once your home equity line of credit turns 10.
6 min read Aug 13, 2020
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What to know before your HELOC draw period ends
There are a few things you should do if your HELOC draw period is ending.
5 min read Aug 10, 2020
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Current Home Equity Interest Rates
View current home equity interest rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
3 min read Jun 24, 2020
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Refinancing a home equity loan
There are good reasons to refinance your home equity loan, but there are risks too.
3 min read Jun 05, 2020
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Are home equity loans tax deductible?
Home equity borrowers can deduct interest, but only if they meet these requirements.
5 min read May 29, 2020
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Refinancing with a home equity loan
For some homeowners, it could make sense to refinance with a home equity loan.
5 min read May 20, 2020
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Lenders begin halting HELOC applications as the coronavirus crisis continues
Here’s what to do if you have a HELOC or have considered applying.
3 min read May 08, 2020