HELOCMarch 13, 2023How to Increase Home Value: Best High-ROI Home Improvements Buyers LoveWant to know how to increase home value through a renovation? That's a worthy ambition that can help you build wealth through home equity.
HELOCMarch 6, 2023How to Calculate Home Equity and Why It’s Important to Know How Much It IsDetermining equity is simple. Read on to learn which factors impact the amount of equity in your home and how you can calculate it.
Home Equity LoanFebruary 21, 2023How to get the best home equity loan rates in 2024What are the best home equity loan rates? How do those rates work? And how can you make sure you're in line for the best rates possible? Read on to find out.
Homeownership TopicsFebruary 8, 2023Leverage your home equity with 5 creative HELOC strategiesWhat's the right HELOC strategy for your financial needs? Read on to discover creative ways to put your home equity to work for you.
Buying a homeJanuary 26, 2023Can you buy a house with credit card debt? (Podcast)You can still qualify for a mortgage and buy a house with credit card debt. However, paying it off first can help you get there sooner.
HELOCNovember 29, 2022Can I get a HELOC with bad credit? HELOC credit guidelinesYou typically need good credit to get a HELOC. But lenders set their own guidelines and some are more lenient than others.
Home Equity LoanNovember 28, 2022Home equity loan benefits: Is a home equity loan a good idea?Home equity loans come with big benefits, including fixed interest rates, low closing costs, and high borrowing limits.
HELOCNovember 23, 2022Why the time is ripe to get a HELOC (Podcast)While high home price growth and interest rates hurt affordability, they create ideal conditions to take out a home equity line of credit.
HELOCNovember 21, 2022What can you use a HELOC for? Smart HELOC uses in 2024Technically, you can use a HELOC for anything you want. But some HELOC uses are financially smarter than others.
HELOCNovember 17, 2022Get a HELOC on an investment property: Lenders and guidelinesIt's possible to get a HELOC on an investment property. But fewer lenders offer them and the rules are a little different. Learn more here.
HELOCNovember 7, 2022Fixed-rate HELOC options: What you need to knowLooking for a fixed-rate HELOC? A hybrid HELOC could be the answer. Learn about converting a variable-rate HELOC to a fixed rate.
HELOCNovember 4, 2022How the Fed and the prime rate affect HELOC ratesHELOC rates move in tandem with the prime rate and can go up when the Fed meets. Here's what it means for HELOCs when the Fed raises rates.
Home EquityNovember 2, 2022Home equity loan closing costs: How much will you pay?See a full list of home equity loan closing costs and learn how much you can expect to pay in upfront fees.
Homeownership TopicsOctober 25, 2022Second mortgage guide: How does a second mortgage work?A second mortgage lets you cash out home equity without refinancing. Learn about second mortgage options and how they work.
HELOCOctober 19, 2022HELOC vs. cash-out refinance: Which is better in 2024?HELOCs and cash-out refinancing both tap your home equity, but they work very differently. Explore HELOC vs cash-out refinance pros and cons.
HELOCOctober 18, 2022How to get a HELOC: Guide to the HELOC processHELOCs are a great way to turn home equity into cash without refinancing. Learn how to get a HELOC in this step-by-step guide.
Homeownership TopicsOctober 14, 2022HELOC vs. home equity loan: Compare pros and consIs a HELOC or home equity loan better? That depends on how you'll use the loan. See the pros and cons of HELOCs vs. home equity loans here.
HELOCOctober 5, 2022How does a HELOC work? Learn how to use a HELOCA HELOC works a bit like a credit card; it's a revolving line of credit tied to your home equity that you can use, repay, and reuse as needed.
HELOCAugust 29, 2022What is a HELOC? Guide to home equity lines of creditA home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a revolving credit line backed by your home's value that turns home equity into cash.
HELOCAugust 16, 2022How does HELOC repayment work? Guide to HELOC paymentsMany borrowers wonder how HELOC repayment works when their loans reset. Here's how to create an exit strategy before your payments rise.