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Homebuyers
August 28, 2026

How Does a HELOC Work?

Here’s what homeowners need to know about how a HELOC works, how it compares with other borrowing options, and the potential costs and risks.

Homeowners
August 17, 2026

Maximize Your Home Equity: How to Use a HELOC to Buy a New Home

Homeowners have a unique advantage when buying a new home because they may be able to tap into the equity of the property they already own.

Homeowners
July 9, 2026

Drowning in Debt? These Loans May Help You Pay Off What You Owe Faster

Homeowners may be able to tap into the equity they have in their properties to help them pay off high-interest debt.

Homeowners
June 10, 2026

In Need of Cash? Three Ways to Unlock the Equity You’ve Built in Your Home

Home equity loans, such as cash-out refinances, Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs), and second mortgages may be a way for homeowners to obtain cash at lower interest rates than credit cards or personal loans.

Homeowners
May 29, 2026

Splish Splash: How Homeowners are Financing Pools with Home Equity

A swimming pool may sound like a dreamy backyard upgrade. If you don’t have the cash on hand to pay for a pool, you may be able to leverage your home equity to fund it.

Homeowners
May 12, 2026

Why It Might be a Smart Idea to Take out a HELOC Before You Need One

For some, opening a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) while their income and credit profile are strong may be a smart way to create a financial back-up plan for future needs.

Homebuyers
May 8, 2026

Mother-Daughter Homes: What To Know About This Multigenerational Living Arrangement

With home prices high and caregiving demands on the rise, many families are turning to mother-daughter homes as a form of multigenerational living.

Homeowners
April 10, 2026

Should You Use a Home Equity Loan to Put Your Kids Through College?

Parents of college-bound kids may be able to use a home equity loan to help pay for tuition.

Homeowners
March 11, 2026

Breaking Walls and Gender Norms: Inspiring Stories from Two Female DIY Home Renovators

In honor of Women’s History Month, we sat down with two female do-it-yourselfers who aren’t afraid to pick up a hammer or a tub of tile grout.

Homeowners
March 5, 2026

The Hottest 2026 Kitchen Trends: How to Get the Look for Less

Here’s what you need to know about how to incorporate these kitchen trends wisely (and cheaply) if you’re renovating, buying, or planning to sell in the next few years.

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