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  Home Equity 3 reasons now may be a good time to tap into your home equity

  If you've ever considered tapping into your home equity, the current economy and real estate market may have created the perfect time to do that. Learn why.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  February 2, 2019
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  Home Improvement Home remodeling for long-term independent living

  The realities of aging often require specific modifications to make living easier. These updates can be costly, but there are several sound reasons to make the investment, and age-related modifications could save you money over the long term.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  February 2, 2019
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  Retirement How your home can help your retirement

  Many retirees have another, often-overlooked asset that can be a source of retirement funds – your home. If you're approaching or already in retirement, you may want to consider how your home could help sustain your lifestyle.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  February 2, 2019
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  Home Equity Why using credit cards to pay for home renovations is a bad idea

  With home values at all-time highs, using home equity to pay for a home renovation may be a much better option for many. Find out why.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  February 1, 2019
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  Mortgage Refinance Cash-out refinances: What you don’t know can hurt you financially

  For many, a cash-out refi can appear to be the best option because rates are fixed and seem lower than other equity-out options. However, if you actually dive into the numbers, there are big reasons to not give up a low, fixed-rate mortgage to cash out equity.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  February 1, 2019
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  Home Improvement Why winter can be a great time to remodel

  While remodeling in the winter months may require more planning to avoid disruption, you could get a great deal on the work.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  February 1, 2019
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  Home Equity Fact vs. fiction: 7 Common myths about home equity

  For many homeowners, leveraging their home equity offers a means to an end. If you’re considering a home equity loan, be sure to work with a lender that can help you separate the fact from the fiction.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  January 30, 2019