Homeownership

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  Best home equity lenders for home improvement 2025

  The top choices for the most popular use of home equity.

  2 min read Apr 14, 2025
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  Home equity news: HELOC rates are unexpectedly up, while economic concerns grip the housing market 

  A roundup of the week’s top stories in home equity, mortgages and real estate.

  3 min read Apr 11, 2025
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  6 biggest myths about mortgage refinance

  Don’t let lack of knowledge hold you back from refinancing.

  7 min read Apr 11, 2025
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  Best low- and no-fee home equity lenders in 2025

  …because fees can really affect the overall cost of your loan.

  5 min read Apr 10, 2025
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  Best home equity lenders for bad credit in 2025

  Even if your credit score isn’t sterling, you still can get financing.

  2 min read Apr 10, 2025
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  Should I pay off my mortgage or invest?

  Both strategies have merit. Here’s what to consider.

  8 min read Apr 08, 2025
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  What’s one thing you wish you knew before getting a mortgage? Bankrate staff share their experiences

  We asked Bankrate staff for one thing they wish they had known before getting a mortgage and owning a home. Here’s what they said.

  5 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  VA loan refinance: What is it and how does it work?

  If you qualify, a VA refinance can be a great way to snag a low rate.

  6 min read Apr 02, 2025
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  Refinancing a home equity loan: When and how to do it

  How to calculate if the costs outweigh the benefits.

  11 min read Apr 01, 2025
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  Is private mortgage insurance (PMI) tax-deductible?

  Homeowners who are paying PMI may be able to deduct this cost once again. Here’s how.

  4 min read Mar 31, 2025