A quick reality check: your home is both a place and a balance sheet Equity is the gap between what your home could sell for today and what you still owe. It grows when values rise, when you pay down principal, and when improvements actually improve things. Used...
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How Often Should You Check Your Home’s Value?
Introduction: Your Home’s Value Isn’t Just a Number — It’s a Story If you own a home, you probably have a rough idea of what it’s worth.Or at least you think you do — until you hear your neighbor sold their place for $50,000 more than you expected. Suddenly, you’re...
Is Now the Right Time to Tap Into Your Home Equity? Here’s How to Decide
Your house isn’t just a place to hang your hat — it’s one of the biggest financial tools you own. With homeowners holding record levels of home equity these days, you might be asking: Is now the right time to tap into it? Short answer: maybe. Long answer: let’s break...
Thankful for Homeownership: How to Make the Most of Your Equity
(Updated 11/30/24) Owning a home is more than just having a place to call your own—it’s a cornerstone of financial stability and future opportunity. As Thanksgiving approaches, let’s take a moment to appreciate one of your most valuable assets: your home equity. From...
Home Improvement Projects: How to Boost Your Property Value
(Updated 11/29/24) Investing in home improvement projects can transform your living space and enhance your property’s resale value, making it a savvy move for homeowners. However, renovations can be costly, so it’s important to choose wisely and plan your financing...
Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC: Which is Right for You
(Updated 11/28/24) Your home—your brick-and-mortar dreamscape—is more than a repository of memories and family dinners. It’s a treasure chest of potential wealth, thanks to your home equity. But how do you tap into this financial goldmine? Two powerful tools can help:...
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Falling Leaves, Falling Rates? How to Decide if October is the Time to Refinance
Refinancing in October can be smart if you’ll (1) lower your rate or remove...

How to Use Home Equity Wisely in Today’s Market
A quick reality check: your home is both a place and a balance sheet Equity is...

How Often Should You Check Your Home’s Value?
Introduction: Your Home’s Value Isn’t Just a Number — It’s a Story If you own...

Can I Buy a Condo with a VA Loan? Yes—But Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re a veteran, active-duty service member, or eligible surviving spouse...
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