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

Considering borrowing with a HELOC this year? Then start thinking about the answers to these three questions now.

Have a home equity loan? Refinancing to a HELOC right now could reduce your interest rate. Here's what to know.

HELOC rates are a little higher than current mortgage rates, but they could still allow a homeowner to save money on borrowing for construction costs or consolidating debt when compared to ...

Ashley is a lead editor of mortgages and loans at Forbes Advisor. She graduated from Utah Tech University with a bachelor’s in English with an emphasis in creative writing. She began her career ...

While both of these products offer unique benefits to homeowners, they may not be right for everyone. Here's why each could ...

For homeowners looking to tap record amounts of home equity, the good news could well be ongoing. Bankrate Chief Financial ...

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

A HELOC allows homeowners to leverage the equity in their homes, providing an often cost-effective way to access funds. One notable advantage of a HELOC is the flexibility. Unlike a traditional loan, ...

For homeowners looking to tap record amounts of home equity, the good news could well be ongoing. Bankrate Chief Financial ...

With over three years of experience writing in the housing market space, Robin Rothstein demystifies mortgage and loan concepts, helping first-time homebuyers and homeowners make informed ...

Katherine Watt is a CNET Money writer focusing on mortgages, home equity and banking. She previously wrote about personal finance for NextAdvisor. Based in New York, Katherine graduated summa cum ...