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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What is home equity?
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These are the 5 most home equity-rich states in the country
More homeowners are holding equity-rich real estate, according to new data.
2 min read Aug 23, 2018 -
Americans have more home equity than ever. Here’s how to use it with a HELOC
Tappable equity in U.S. homes has reached an all-time high.
5 min read Aug 16, 2018 -
Home equity is finally giving Gen Xers relief from the recession — but other generations are in trouble
Real estate helped boost the wealth of Gen Xers the most in past decade.
2 min read Aug 10, 2018 -
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
Survey: These renovations are the most popular ones Americans plan to do.
3 min read Apr 05, 2016 -
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 -
Home equity line of credit tax-deductible?
Whether or not you can deduct the interest on home equity depends on several factors.
3 min read Aug 21, 2014 -
Get HELOC to eliminate PMI?
Private mortgage insurance doesn’t have to be paid forever. Here’s how to dump it.
2 min read Jun 30, 2014