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Home equity line of credit (HELOC) vs. home equity loan: How do they work?
Know the differences between these products before you borrow against your equity.
4 min read Jul 28, 2022 -
When is the best time to close on a house?
There are pros and cons to closing on your home purchase before the end of the month.
6 min read Jul 28, 2022 -
5 ways to make a mortgage payment and pay on time
Yes, you can write a check, but there are better ways to pay your mortgage.
4 min read Jul 28, 2022 -
Latest mortgage news: Rates retreat, might have already hit ‘cyclical high’
Mortgage rates paused their rise.
4 min read Jul 27, 2022 -
How the Federal Reserve affects mortgage rates
The central bank recently hiked its key rate.
3 min read Jul 27, 2022 -
How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
If you have a home equity loan or variable mortgage, pay attention to the Fed.
2 min read Jul 27, 2022 -
Cash to close explained
Think of closing costs as just one of three components of cash to close.
3 min read Jul 27, 2022 -
7 reasons to use home equity
Borrowing from your home equity can pay off, but only if you’re smart about it.
8 min read Jul 26, 2022 -
How to get a home equity loan with bad credit
There are options for accessing your home’s equity even if you have bad credit.
9 min read Jul 26, 2022 -
Questions to expect from mortgage lenders
Here’s a list of questions you can expect from mortgage lenders, plus tips on how to answer the tough ones.
6 min read Jul 26, 2022