Home Equity

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• These 3 apps make it easy to monetize your home

  These options will help you turn your home into an income stream.

  2 min read Mar 21, 2018

  

• How much does it cost to pave a driveway?

  Repaving is an easy way to drive your home’s value higher, but the costs vary widely.

  2 min read Dec 22, 2017

  

• Is housing appreciation all profit?

  The proceeds from the sale of a house don’t go directly into your pocket. Greg McBride has the truth behind housing appreciation.

  1 min read Nov 07, 2017

  

• 5 ways to land the lowest rate on a home equity line of credit

  Find a great rate on a HELOC, which is like a credit card tied to your home.

  3 min read Oct 09, 2017

  

• 5 ways to score a low rate on a home equity loan

  Want to tap your home equity with a fixed-rate loan? See how to find the best deal.

  3 min read Oct 04, 2017

  

• Bankrate survey: Many homeowners are ready to remodel

  Our survey finds these renovations are the most popular ones Americans plan to do.

  3 min read Jun 07, 2016

  

• Bankrate survey: Many homeowners are ready to remodel

  Survey: These renovations are the most popular ones Americans plan to do.

  3 min read Apr 05, 2016

  

• 3 ways to lose a HELOC, keep the house

  When a HELOC is secured by your home, one of these options may help you to keep your property.

  3 min read Nov 03, 2015

  

• What’s best for financing home improvement?

  Here’s how to review your borrowing options when your home needs a serious facelift.

  4 min read Jun 22, 2015

  

• Home equity line of credit taxable income?

  Home equity proceeds aren’t taxable, but you may face taxes if you don’t repay the loan.

  2 min read Sep 18, 2014