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  Home EquityCould your home equity help lift student debt gloom?

  For graduates who were able to buy homes or family members who own, equity could be a more affordable way to pay off debt.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  April 8, 2022
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  Home EquityHere’s your best asset when applying for a loan

  It’s important to take the time to build your credit and strengthen your asset position if you need to, but remember, arranging a loan shouldn’t be like pulling teeth.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  March 29, 2022
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  Home EquityThe HELOC experience has been forever changed by Figure

  You may have heard that securing a HELOC is a lot like getting a mortgage: there’s a sea of information to wade through, a stack of paperwork to fill out, and confusing fine print to weigh up. Figure is able to turn the usual loan process on its head and deliver speed and efficiency to customers.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  March 29, 2022
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  Home EquityHere's how to get cash out from your house as home values soar

  Equity happens to be a great way to access some extra cash to pay for renovations, pay for a special event, or even buy a large asset like a car or recreational vehicle. One of the ways to tap into a property’s equity is through a HELOC.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  February 17, 2022
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  Tools And GuidesHow do rising interest rates affect my loans?

  Interest rate increases often mean you end up paying more for variable-rate loans. This can add up to you paying a lot more over the lifetime of your loan. Learn more about how interest rates affect your loans.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  February 1, 2022
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  Home Equity10 things you need to know about home equity and debt consolidation

  Millions of Americans are in debt. Homeowners have an option that can potentially save them thousands in interest - their home equity.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  January 29, 2022
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  Tools And GuidesWhat Do Lenders Look at and Why?

  But what exactly do lenders like Figure look at when weighing your loan application?

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  January 10, 2022