Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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How to get the best mortgage rate
With interest rates rising, shopping around is more important than ever.
9 min read Jun 16, 2025 -
Home equity news: Hidden costs of homeownership and housing market predictions in 2025
A roundup of the week’s top stories in home equity, mortgages and real estate.
2 min read Jun 13, 2025 -
HELOC rates reverse course while home equity loans stay steady
This is the week that was for home equity rates.
3 min read Jun 11, 2025 -
Should I pay off my mortgage early?
If you’ve got some extra cash, should you throw it at your mortgage?
4 min read Jun 11, 2025 -
For sale: Why a Florida homeowner decided it was better to rent
While he was taking out the garbage one night, Eli saw his neighbor loading up a moving truck. (Bankrate is not disclosing Eli’s last name for privacy reasons.) His neighbor’s lease was up, but the [...]
5 min read Jun 10, 2025 -
Study: Owning a home costs over $21,000 a year in hidden expenses
And that’s on top of your mortgage payments.
8 min read Jun 09, 2025 -
Mortgage interest deduction: What it is and what qualifies
The mortgage interest deduction allows you to reduce your taxable income.
4 min read Jun 06, 2025 -
HELOC rates jump to near 2025 highs; home equity loans tick up too
This is the week that was for home equity rates.
3 min read Jun 04, 2025 -
Should you tap your home equity in a recession?
It can be a shrewd move or a financial tripwire.
8 min read Jun 03, 2025 -
Home equity news: Home prices hit another record while HELOC rates fall
A roundup of the week’s top stories in home equity, mortgages and real estate.
2 min read May 30, 2025