Latest blog posts

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  Home EquityWhy You Should Consider a HELOC Due to Rising Home Values

  A HELOC lets you borrow against the value of your equity without changing the fundamentals of your mortgage.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  July 22, 2022
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  Home EquityCash-out refinancing and HELOCs are expected to surge in 2022. But are they right for you?

  Demand for home equity-based loans such as cash-out refinancing and home equity lines of credit, or HELOCs, soared during the pandemic, and the trend is expected to continue in 2022 and beyond.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  July 8, 2022
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  Home EquityIs it a good idea to take equity out of your house

  Tapping equity essentially involves putting your house on the line — is this really a smart move?

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  June 30, 2022
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  Tools And Guides7 ways your home can help with your finances

  If you’re like most American families, your home makes up the predominant slice of your household wealth. Do you know all the ways you can be using it?

  

  Nicole Beaulieu, CTO  article author

  June 3, 2022
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  DebtHow to Manage Debt in an Economic Downturn

  The money you pay in interest can’t be reclaimed. Thankfully, you don’t need to pay it in the first place if you play your cards right.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  May 1, 2022
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  Home EquityThe five things you need to know about your debt right now

  This can seem like a lot to keep track of, but it will help you understand your credit utilization, which plays a strong role in credit scores.

  

  Nicole Beaulieu, CTO  article author

  April 27, 2022
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  Home EquitySaving Homeowners Billions in Interest

  With home values at an all-time high, you can tap your home equity using a HELOC, and protect your low mortgage interest rate by keeping it just as it is. No need for a cash-out refinance. Figure has you covered.

  

  Nicole Beaulieu, CTO  article author

  April 11, 2022