The Mortgage Calculator, a licensed lender (NMLS #2377459), is making it easier for homeowners to access the equity in their homes with expanded second mortgage options. Offering fixed-rate second ...

Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes. A home ...

Seniors should carefully evaluate both home equity borrowing options before applying. Here's what to consider now.

In the unique rate climate of February 2025, prospective HELOC borrowers should consider making these three moves.

Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes. A home ...

A simple rule can prevent you from overdoing it with a home equity line of credit: Don't borrow a lot, and don't borrow for ...

Buying a home is a goal for many people and may be one of the most important financial decisions or investments you make in a lifetime. If you’re thinking of buying your first home, or a new home, ...

An expanding HELOC market may create more competition for credit card issuers and alternative lenders. We sat down with ...

At its January 2025 meeting, the Federal Reserve opted to hold its target interest rate steady, leaving the low end of the range at 4.25%. "The (Fed) is strongly committed to supporting ...

Barnes's advice has an implication: If you need to get your hands on a chunk of change that will take many years to pay off, consider a fixed-rate home equity loan. Equity lending described Let's ...

Barnes's advice has an implication: If you need to get your hands on a chunk of change that will take many years to pay off, consider a fixed-rate home equity loan. Let's step back to explain home ...

Bank of America’s HELOC stands out for offering multiple types of rate discounts, especially for current Bank of America customers. Its fixed-rate option can help keep payments predictable.