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January 13, 2026

Home Equity Health Check: How to calculate your home equity

Your home does a lot for you. It gives you shelter, acts as an expression of your taste and personality, and is a hub for countless memories. But if you’re making consistent payments on your mortgage over time, it may also be doing something else behind

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September 16, 2025

What is a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)?

Many homeowners may not be aware of the potential lying dormant in their own homes: home equity. Home equity is the difference between your home’s current market value and all outstanding loans and liens secured by your home. After continuously

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July 31, 2025

Buying an Investment Property with a HELOC

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can create a path to fund an investment property, among many other needs. But why should you choose to get a HELOC over other types of loans? Read on to learn how a

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June 9, 2025

Using a HELOC to Pay Off Credit Card Debt: Is It a Smart Move?

Many Americans across the nation are struggling with credit card debt. It can feel debilitating, especially when you have other financial responsibilities piling on. Fortunately, there are different ways you can pay down your credit card debt including with a

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June 4, 2025

How to Fund Your Next Home Project with a HELOC

As a homeowner, it can be frustrating to live in a space that doesn’t reflect your personal taste or that doesn’t work as well as it used to in the past. Making updates to your home is key to feeling

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