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The Best States for Home Equity Lines of Credit

5:15 pm, January 12, 2011

Rates on a home equity line of credit vary widely from state to state, but you can find the best options here.

 

Using Home Equity in Retirement

10:34 am, September 07, 2010

The government is trying to make life a little easier for seniors by trimming fees on reverse mortgages, a way of converting home equity into cash.

 

Home Equity Loans Face Recession Trials

9:26 am, August 17, 2010

It’s a simple idea: Borrow against your home to pay for college or build a rainy-day fund. But getting a home equity loan can be especially challenging.

 

Home Equity: Fixed vs. Floating

10:28 am, April 26, 2010

A home equity line of credit has different risks and rewards than a home equity installment loan. Here's the scoop.

 

Taking Out an HELOC for Emergencies

10:11 am, March 08, 2010

In a shaky job market, it may make sense to take out a home equity loan as a precaution in case you need the cash in your rainy-day fund.

 

Should You Pay For College With an HELOC?

11:01 am, October 22, 2009

Why not pay for college with a home equity line of credit? At first glance, the benefits are appealing. But does a closer look douse that premise?

 

Homeowner Headache: Refi or Equity Loan?

6:53 am, September 30, 2009

If you’re short of cash but have plenty of equity in your home, what’s the best way to get it: refinance or take out an equity line of credit?

 

Why HELOC Rates are Looking Good

7:00 am, August 27, 2009

Loan rates that often best credit card deals.

 

Want a New Car? Learn How to Finance It

12:55 pm, July 09, 2009

Owning a new car is a great feeling, but financing it can be a stressful process.

 

Home Equity Protection Plans, Explained

4:33 pm, June 09, 2009

Home equity protection plans can help secure you from falling real estate values.

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