Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes.  A home equity loan is a fixed-rate, lump-sum loan that allows homeowners to borrow up ...

Borrowers should carefully weigh their home equity loan pros and cons before getting started with the product. /iStockphoto .

Looking to borrow $25,000 worth of home equity this year? Here's what your monthly repayments could look like.

Refinancing your home equity loan can cut thousands in interest — especially if you're stuck with rates from 2023's spike. Here's how to decide if it's right for you.

As of Jan. 7, 2026, the average home equity loan rate is 7.97%, according to Bankrate’s regular survey of rates. The average ...

If you own a condo, you've likely watched your property value climb over the past few years, even as higher mortgage rates and cooling home sales have reshaped the broader housing market. And with ...

Home equity is one of the biggest sources of wealth for American homeowners. Without the right context, decisions about home equity can get expensive, whether you're considering borrowing against your ...

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