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Refinance or home equity loan: How to choose

Compare refinancing and home equity loans to find the best fit. Learn the pros, cons, and key differences to make a smart financial decision.

Siarra Ortiz

April 4, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

How to use equity in your home

Learn smart ways to use your home equity—whether for renovations, debt consolidation, or major expenses. Explore your options and how they work.

Siarra Ortiz

April 2, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

Should you use a home equity loan for debt consolidation?

Considering a home equity loan for debt consolidation? Learn the pros and cons, how it works, and whether it’s the right move for your financial situation.

Siarra Ortiz

March 20, 2025

Home Equity

5 min read

Should you use home equity to buy a car?

Considering using home equity to buy a car? Compare home equity options and auto loans to weigh the risks, benefits, and best financing option for you.

Siarra Ortiz

March 7, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

What is the draw period on a HELOC?

Learn more about the HELOC draw period and ways to maximize it for smart borrowing. Also, explore repayment strategies and common pitfalls to manage your home equity wisely.

Siarra Ortiz

March 3, 2025

Home Equity

7 min read

The downside of reverse mortgages

Explore the downside of reverse mortgages and what you need to consider for informed retirement planning.

Siarra Ortiz

February 28, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

How much does it cost to refinance a house?

Thinking about refinancing your home? Discover the full range of costs—from appraisal to closing fees—and see if the savings are worth it.

Siarra Ortiz

February 26, 2025

Home Equity

7 min read

If I refi my home, can I keep my HELOC?

Wondering if you can refinance your home and keep your HELOC? Learn how liens, lender requirements, and payoff options affect your refinancing process.

Siarra Ortiz

January 17, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

Are student loans considered as debt when getting a HELOC?

Wondering if student loan debt impacts your ability to get a HELOC? Find out how student loans affect your eligibility for a home equity line of credit.

Vivian Tejada

January 13, 2025

Home Equity

6 min read

HELOC vs. 401(k) loan: How to choose

Most experts recommend choosing a HELOC vs. a 401(k) loan, but there are times when it might make sense to choose the latter. We’ll explain how each works.

Lindsay VanSomeren

January 6, 2025

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Refinance or home equity loan: How to choose

How to use equity in your home

Should you use a home equity loan for debt consolidation?

Should you use home equity to buy a car?

What is the draw period on a HELOC?

The downside of reverse mortgages

How much does it cost to refinance a house?

If I refi my home, can I keep my HELOC?

Are student loans considered as debt when getting a HELOC?

HELOC vs. 401(k) loan: How to choose

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