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Understanding the mechanics of a HELOC: how a home equity line of credit works

House-rich and cash-poor? If you're eligible, a HELOC might help turn some of your home equity into cash you can spend.

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Understanding the mechanics of a HELOC: how a home equity line of credit works

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What it takes to get a home equity loan

What Is a Home Equity Loan

What is a home equity loan?

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Second mortgage versus home equity loan: Are they the same thing?

young family in front of their house.

Home Equity Loans

Understanding the mechanics of a HELOC: how a home equity line of credit works

House-rich and cash-poor? If you're eligible, a HELOC might help turn some of your home equity into cash you can spend.

Rebecca Lake
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What it takes to get a home equity loan

Is your home your financial hero? A home equity loan could help you cash in on your castle's value.

Gideon Sandford
What Is a Home Equity Loan

Home Equity Loans

What is a home equity loan?

Your home could be the key to financing your dreams. Meet the home equity loan.

Gideon Sandford
Young Afro-American man with his hands folded standing in front of his home. He has a big smile.

Home Equity Loans

Second mortgage versus home equity loan: Are they the same thing?

Second mortgage or home equity loan: the financial plot twist where your home plays the hero in your cash crunch saga.

Gideon Sandford

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Fixed-rate HELOC: Why it’s the best kind

With fixed-rate HELOCs, you can borrow against your home equity to tackle almost any big expense or financial emergency.

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Prequalification vs. pre-approval for HELOCs and home equity loans

Landing a HELOC or home equity loan hinges on prequalification and pre-approval. Keep reading to learn what to expect.

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What is DTI and how does it affect you?

Expand your borrowing power by understanding DTI and how to calculate it.

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What is a home equity line of credit (HELOC)?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) might be easier to qualify for than a personal loan. Let’s take a closer look.

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What is a home equity loan?

Your home could be the key to financing your dreams. Meet the home equity loan.

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Why the 20-year home equity loan works

A 20-year home equity loan: The sweet spot between ambitious dreams and affordable payments.

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How much can you borrow using a home equity loan?

When life comes knocking, your home equity could be the answer. You might be able to borrow more than you think.

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5 ways to minimize the time it takes to get a HELOC

These five steps may cut your waiting time for a HELOC.

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What it takes to get a home equity loan

Is your home your financial hero? A home equity loan could help you cash in on your castle's value.

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Choosing between a cash-out refinance and a home equity loan

Homeowner's choice: learn the difference between a cash-out refi and a home equity loan, and how to choose.