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The benefits of both have shifted in today's interest rate climate. Here's what potential borrowers should know now.

If you've been paying your mortgage for a number of years or your home has appreciated in value, a cash-out mortgage refinance lets you access some of the value stored in your home. With a cash ...

I bought two houses for $35,000 each — but when the price is that low, finding a home equity loan or HELOC for renovations is ...

While a HELOC uses your home as collateral, the payments are separate from your mortgage. A cash-out refinance replaces your existing mortgage with a new, larger one. No, you do not have to pay ...

Both VA cash-out refinancing and home equity loans let homeowners access the equity in their homes, but they serve slightly different purposes and work in different ways. Your choice depends on ...

Equity-rich homeowners are opting for HELOCs because these lines of credit come with variable interest rates and are tied to ...

Thinking about refinancing your home loan? It could mean big savings on interest, lower monthly payments, or even the chance ...

A simple rule can prevent you from overdoing it with a home equity line of credit: Don't borrow a lot, and don't borrow for ...

You probably thought you wouldn't see that money until you sold your home. But a cash-out refinance does just that — by replacing your existing mortgage, you can draw a lump sum from the value ...