Latest blog posts about Home Equity

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  Home Equity How to use a HELOC to add value to your home

  Homeownership is a powerful investment tool. The more value you add to your home, the more you’ll have when you need a bit of extra money. If you’re a homeowner with little cash but a lot of equity, then a home equity line of credit may be the financial tool you need to increase your home’s value.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  July 11, 2019
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  Home Equity Should you use home equity to take a vacation?

  If you’re thinking about a vacation and wanting to do something smarter than add to your high-interest credit card balance, is home equity a smart way to go?

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  June 13, 2019
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  Home Improvement How to build the backyard of your dreams

  Remodeling your backyard is more than just a few new plants or spruced-up deck, here's what to consider

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  May 14, 2019
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  Home Equity How to protect and grow your home equity

  During periods of economic instability, increasing home equity may be impossible and your attention may turn to simply maintaining the equity you've gained.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  May 3, 2019
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  Home Equity Is your home an asset or a liability?

  The home is the largest purchase that most people will ever make. Understanding if it's an asset or a liability can change how you approach planning for your future.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  April 23, 2019
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  Home Equity How to be smart with home equity

  Your home's equity is a valuable asset, and you can use it to fund high-cost goals. But it's critical to use the money wisely.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  February 13, 2019
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  Home Equity The pros and cons of consolidating debt with home equity

  Debt is rarely cheap, especially if it’s credit card debt. If you have high-interest debt and a home, it may be worth your time to consider consolidating debt utilizing your home’s equity.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  February 11, 2019