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Ways to access the equity in your home

If you have sufficient equity in your home, you can use it to access cash. Your home acts as collateral for these loans or agreements.

Home equity reviews

Several companies allow you to access the equity in your home. Before moving forward with any company, it’s important that you review what it offers to ensure it offers you the best terms.

Other home equity resources

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Can I Use a HELOC to Pay Off My Mortgage?

Tapping into home equity with a HELOC can help you pay off debt or cover big purchases, but you can also use that...

U.S. Bank Home Equity Review

U.S. Bank offers both home equity loans and lines of credit to eligible homeowners in 28 states, for up to $1 million against...

What Documents Are Needed for a HELOC?

Applying for a HELOC means providing certain documentation to the lender, including information about your income, assets, and home.

Can I Refinance My HELOC With Another Bank?

Refinancing a HELOC can help you cut costs or avoid hefty monthly payments. You have several options to refinance this type of debt.

Best Banks Offering HELOCs

Not every bank offers home equity lines of credit to borrowers. If you’re considering opening a HELOC, this list shares the best banks...

How to Apply for a HELOC in 5 Steps

A home equity line of credit allows you to tap into your home equity through a revolving credit line. Applying for a HELOC...

Wells Fargo Home Equity Review

Wells Fargo paused new home equity lines of credit in May 2020. Here are other options for borrowers to tap into their home’s...

Should I Get a HELOC Just in Case?

A home equity line of credit can offer access to cash when you need it for emergency situations. Getting a HELOC just in...

List of Home Equity Companies

Home equity companies offer financial products that let you tap the equity you’ve built in your home. These companies usually don’t set restrictions...

Can I Increase My HELOC Limit?

If you want to increase your HELOC limit, you’ll likely need to refinance. Here’s how that works and who qualifies.