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Wells Fargo Home Equity Loans and HELOCs Suspended in 2025: Review of Best Alternatives

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

Should I Get a HELOC Just in Case? How and When to Use It as an Emergency Fund

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

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...

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.

What Is a HELOC Promissory Note?

A home equity line of credit can provide you with flexible access to cash. Before you can get the money,...

Citizens Bank Home Equity Review

Citizens Bank offers home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) of up to $2 million to eligible homeowners in 18 states...

PenFed Home Equity Review

A HELOC from PenFed gives homeowners access to up to $500,000 of their home’s equity with flexible rates and standard...

Bethpage FCU Is Now FourLeaf Federal Credit Union: 2025 HELOC Review

FourLeaf FCU is one option if you’re considering a HELOC. The company allows you to convert all or a portion...

Truist HELOC Review 2025: Low Introductory Rate, But Better Options Are Available

Truist offers a home equity line of credit that homeowners can use to finance upcoming projects or consolidate debt.

How Does the Draw Period Work on a HELOC?

During the HELOC draw period, you can withdraw money from your line of credit. You typically make interest-only payments during...