Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes. A home ...

Home equity and HELOC rates rose slightly but are holding close to three-year lows.

A home equity loan can can cover the cost of a major expense, but there are some drawbacks. See what makes it different from ...

If you’re a homeowner in Central Texas, you may be sitting on financial opportunity without even realizing it. With rising home values, tapping into your equity can open doors—whether you’re ...

Becoming a homeowner is a major milestone, and the benefits don’t end when you cross the threshold. Under the right circumstances, you can use your home as a tool to reach other financial goals. In ...

What’s driving home equity rates today? Home equity rates are driven primarily by two factors — Federal Reserve policy and long-term inflation expectations. The Fed cut rates three times in 2025, ...

On the surface, borrowing a relatively small amount of money like $15,000 from your home's equity may not make sense. With the average home equity amount now around $300,000, withdrawing such a small ...

Splitero reports homeowners are leveraging home equity for renovations, debt consolidation, and investments, amid rising ...

With its 1,000-plus branches and no origination fees, Citizens is a great option if you're looking for a solid traditional bank lender and low up-front costs. It's also a great option if you're a ...

When a HELoan or HELOC makes sense, what to keep in mind before borrowing and other financing options available for upgrading ...

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Miranda Marquit is a staff senior personal finance editor for Buy Side. Staff Personal Finance Editor, Buy Side Valerie Morris is a staff editor at Buy Side and a personal finance expert. A home ...