Home Equity Loans
News, insights and expert analysis on home equity loans from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Pick Your Next Remodeling Project as Renovations BoomThinking about remodeling? Here's how to pick the right project and nab the best price.
By Beth Braverman
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Wealth Wise: Should We Borrow Money From Our Elderly Father?In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from an elderly parent without them knowing.
By Maurie Backman
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What to Know About Using Your Home Equity in AprilWith borrowing costs still elevated and economic uncertainty in play, tapping your home equity requires a clear plan, not just available equity.
By Paige Cerulli
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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Now That the Fed Just Cut Rates?The Fed just cut rates, so mortgage refinance rates will be cheaper. Should you act now, or wait?
By Donna LeValley
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How Much Would a $50,000 HELOC Cost Per Month?Thinking about tapping your home’s equity? Here’s what a $50,000 HELOC might cost you each month based on current rates.
By Paige Cerulli
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Should You Tap Your Home Equity Before 2026?As borrowing rates and tax law shifts converge, here's what homeowners need to know before pulling equity out of their home.
By Choncé Maddox
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I'm 61 and need $50,000 for home repairs. Should I borrow, given today's rates, or take a withdrawal from my $950,000 401(k)?We asked financial experts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Treat Home Equity Like Your Other Retirement InvestmentsHomeowners who are considering using home equity in their retirement plan can analyze it like they do their other investments. Here's how.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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Home Equity Evolution: A Fresh Approach to Funding Life's Biggest NeedsHomeowners leverage their home equity through various strategies, such as HELOCs or reverse mortgages. A newer option: Shared equity models. How do those work, and what are the pros and cons?
By Craig Corn
