Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene just introduced a bill to eliminate the home equity tax. Here's what it could mean for millions ...

Homeowners considering tapping their property’s equity can choose between two products: home equity loans and home equity ...

Homeowners are increasingly leveraging home equity to fund repair and remodeling (R&R) projects, with Home Depot (NYSE:HD) ...

Savvy homeowners can take advantage of the lull in the home equity borrowing climate by making these three moves now.

If you’re contemplating tapping your home equity, you’re not alone: Almost 30% of homeowners say they would consider ...

Over a third of Virginia homeowners could face a hidden equity tax when they sell. Don’t let this surprise cost catch you off ...

Home equity rates seem to be on summer vacation. The average rate on a $30,000 home equity line of credit (HELOC) remained at ...

Current home equity loan rates. As of July 9, 2025, the average home equity loan rate is 8.26%, according to Bankrate’s regular survey of rates.

Improve your LTV ratio. Your LTV will likely need to be 80% or lower in order for you to qualify for a home equity loan. If your LTV hasn't met the 80% threshold quite yet, keep making on-time ...

This is particularly true for homeowners thinking about borrowing from their home equity. With the average home equity amount around $320,000 right now, many owners could benefit from accessing a ...

America’s home equity has doubled in seven years. Homes are the nation’s piggy bank. And they are worth a collective $32.8 trillion, as of early 2024, according to federal data.That’s up ...

Two home equity borrowing options might allow you to tap into your home’s value: a home equity loan or a Heloc. Both options usually come with lower rates than alternatives like credit cards and ...