Home Equity

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  Current Home Equity Interest Rates

  View current home equity interest rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

  Nov 13, 2019
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  Home equity line of credit (HELOC) vs. home equity loan

  Know the differences between these products before you borrow against your equity.

  Sep 23, 2019
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  Risks of home equity loans, and how to avoid them

  Tapping home equity can be a smart move, but know what surprises could be lurking.

  Sep 05, 2019
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  How to finance a detached structure and protect your home’s value

  Detached structures can be a great way to expand your property and its opportunities. Here’s how to finance your addition so that it’s done right.

  Aug 28, 2019
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  Home equity loan, HELOC or reverse mortgage: Which is right for you?

  What’s the best way for older homeowners to tap home equity for cash?

  Aug 22, 2019
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  Is my HELOC like a credit card account?

  HELOCs affect your credit like any other loan, but they’re different when it comes to scoring.

  Aug 13, 2019

• Can you refinance a home equity loan?

  There are good reasons to refinance your home equity loan, but there are risks too.

  Jul 31, 2019
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  Home improvement, construction issues top list of worst complaints in 2018

  Problems with home improvement and construction top the list of worst complaints in 2018.

  Jul 30, 2019
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  Home equity loan versus a HELOC or cash-out mortgage refinance

  Knowing the differences among equity loans will help you make the right choice.

  Jun 11, 2019
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  Here’s why homeowners are pumping the brakes on home remodeling spending

  Find out why homeowners might pull back on home renovation spending this year.

  Jun 11, 2019