If you're a homeowner with strong equity, now could be a great time to take the next step in building your financial future. One option to consider is using a home equity loan to buy an investment property. This approach can help you grow your real estate
Jul 08, 2025 | Refinancing a Home
When you bought your home, you (hopefully) qualified for a mortgage that you could afford and if you stay on top of it monthly, you’ll own your home free and clear in 30 years (or less, depending on your loan terms.) Making extra payments may not even hav
Feb 16, 2022 | Refinancing a Home
Mortgage interest rates have been near record lows for the past several years. At the same time property values have jumped dramatically, giving homeowners plenty of equity. Those two factors combine to make right now an excellent time to get a cash-out r
Jan 12, 2022 | Refinancing a Home
The typical mortgage loan lasts 30 years and is amortized equally over that entire period, so that the borrower makes consistent payments, including both interest and principal. The last payment pays off the loan. However, there is a type of loan called a
Nov 17, 2021 | Refinancing a Home
With the housing market on fire, home prices have steadily risen for the past several years. The result has been an enormous amount of home equity for American homeowners. In fact, according to mortgage data firm Black Knight in the second quarter of 2021
Oct 20, 2021 | Refinancing a Home
Refinancing a mortgage can be incredibly helpful financially, whether for lowering monthly payments, shortening the loan term, or pulling out equity to pay off debt or for other projects. Even as you achieve those fiscal goals, you may wonder what effect
Jul 14, 2021 | Refinancing a Home