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Energy Efficiency Improvements: Effective Ways to Use HEAs
Improving your home’s energy efficiency reduces utility costs and increases home value. You can use funds from a home equity agreement for home energy efficiency improvements.
Using Home Equity to Pay Off Medical Bills and Reduce Medical Debt
Here's how to use your home equity to pay off medical expenses and medical debt, and gain peace of mind.
Ultimate Guide to Refinancing: When, Where, How, and Alternatives
Your guide to refinancing explains other benefits of a mortgage refinance, like eliminating mortgage insurance and shortening your term.
Should You Access Home Equity for Business Funding?
Obtaining the capital necessary to start a new business can be challenging. Let's look at the up and downsides of one option.
How to Access Home Equity with Bad Credit
It may be possible to access home equity with bad credit! And you have several choices in finding your solution.
Your Dictionary of Financial Terms
In this article, we'll help you learn what all those confusing financial terms mean.
Comparing HELOCs and 401(k) Loans
You can obtain cash from a HELOC vs a 401(k) loan depending on the amount needed and your personal circumstances. Learn the differences between these options.
What Is a Jumbo Loan and When do I Need One?
Lenders market jumbo loans to high net-worth individuals. Here's how to know when one is good for you.
Reverse Mortgage Versus Home Equity Loan: The Cash-in-Hand Faceoff
To choose between a reverse mortgage and a home equity loan, consider these options.
How to Calculate the True Cost of Home Ownership
What does it ALL cost? It's not just the mortgage. Learn the true costs to buying a home.
The Difference with a Reverse Mortgage and a HEA
Both the reverse mortgage and home equity agreement (HEA) allow homeowners to tap into home equity, Here are the differences.
A Guide to Down Payment Assistance Programs for First-Time Homebuyers
If you’re ready to purchase a home but don’t have the savings to afford a down payment on your own, here are some ideas to get it.