More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity ...

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A home in the River Oaks neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. Low pandemic-era interest rates have been blamed for contributing to higher home prices as owners feel locked in to their low mortgage rate.

So, if you're planning to apply for a home equity loan this October, it's important to understand what lenders are looking for, but also what they aren't looking for. Some reasons for denial are ...

Will home equity loan interest rates continue to decline this month? Here's what some experts are forecasting.

Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes. A home equity loan is a fixed-rate, lump-sum loan that allows homeowners to borrow up ...

Learn how Fed rate cuts could impact homebuyers nearing retirement, from mortgage costs to downsizing choices, and how to make smarter housing decisions.

The American housing market is no stranger to boom and bust cycles, but the current slowdown in existing home sales is remarkable both for its scale and its stubbornness.

Getting a home equity loan with bad credit generally requires you to have low monthly debts, a credit score of 620 or higher, and a home value of 20% more than you owe. Some or all of the mortgage ...

When closing on a home loan, your lender may require you to have an escrow account with them, though in some cases you can opt out.

Pistone said SecureEquity is especially useful for younger borrowers who are not yet eligible for HECMs, homeowners seeking higher loan-to-value options with lower upfront costs or those needing loans ...