Homeownership

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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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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