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3 home equity loan risks to know this November
Home equity loans can be helpful for borrowers now but there are some risks to know this November. Here are three.4 hours ago -
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Is a reverse mortgage or home equity loan better for seniors? Experts weigh in
Seniors have a few options for tapping into their home's equity, but certain options may be better than others.4 hours ago -
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My husband lost his job and we can no longer pay the mortgage. We have zero savings. Will we lose our home?
“What do we tell the lender?”9 hours ago -
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Will a HELOC or home equity loan be better this November?
Not sure if a HELOC or home equity loan will be better for you this November? Here's what to consider now.Yesterday -
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How much does a $30,000 home equity loan cost per month now that rates were cut?
A $30,000 home equity loan comes with inexpensive monthly payments now that interest rates have been reduced.Yesterday -
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Trump’s Election Reversal Dreams Are Dead
At least as far as the law goes.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Is Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes legal? Experts weigh in.
The giveaway seems illegal, but occupies a blurry area of law, experts told ABC News.Yesterday -
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How does the 10-year Treasury yield affect mortgage rates? Experts explain
The 10-year Treasury yield plays a significant role in your mortgage loan borrowing costs. Here's how.Yesterday -
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New-home sales jump to highest level since May 2023, as lower mortgage rates drew buyers in
New-home sales surged in September, as home buyers seized on lower mortgage rates.Yesterday - Mortgage -
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Boomers beware: Tapping home equity to pay for long-term care carries serious risks
Long-term care “will force people to deplete many of their assets.”Yesterday -
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Home equity loan dos and don'ts to know this November
Want to borrow from your home equity this November? Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do now.Yesterday -
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Could poor sleep speed up brain aging? Expert weighs in on new study.
Have difficulty falling or staying asleep? New research shows it's associated with signs of sped-up brain aging. Experts explain the risks.Yesterday -
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2 cheap ways to borrow $100,000 worth of home equity right now
Need to borrow $100,000 from your home equity? Here are two of the cheapest ways to do so right now.2 days ago -
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What causes home equity loan interest rates to drop? And will they keep falling?
Home equity rates have dropped since the Fed's last meeting. Here's what they could do in the future, experts say.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Mortgage rates stay high, sapping home-buying demand
Mortgage applications fell 6.7% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.2 days ago - Mortgage -
Business - Financial Times
Senior VW executive deported from China
Expulsion of chief marketing officer is latest blow to German carmaker in world’s largest auto market3 days ago - China -
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3 smart ways to use your home equity this November
Considering borrowing from your home equity now? Here are three smart ways to use it this November.3 days ago -
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Why home equity borrowers shouldn't wait for the November rate cut
If you need to access your home equity consider acting now, before a potential November rate cut. Here's why.4 days ago -
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Strike on Netanyahu home 'a signal' Iran proxies not incapacitated, expert says
A recent drone strike targeting the home of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is sending "a signal" that Iran-backed militant groups are not "incapacitated," despite losing senior ...6 days ago - Iran -
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Why experts say keeping standard time is 'undeniably' better for us
Surveys have found that most Americans want to do away with the twice-a-year changing of the clocks. But whether we should observe daylight saving or standard time year round will depend on who you ...6 days ago -
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WATCH: Communication expert weighs in on Wisconsin Senate debate
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien speaks with Columbia University professor Michael Chad Hoeppner to unpack the Wisconsin Senate debate between Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D) and challenger Eric Hovde (R).6 days ago -
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Politics - The Hill
Teaching kids to be better citizens should start at home
As millions of young Americans prepare to vote in a presidential election for the first time, our country has an opportunity to spark lifelong civic engagement.October 18 -
Business - The New York Times
Homeowners Tap Into Their Rising Home Equity
Balances on home equity lines of credit have risen along with home equity loans. Popular reasons for borrowing include home renovations and repairs and debt consolidation.October 18 -
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Would Trump's tariffs trigger a global trade war? Experts weigh in.
The Republican presidential candidate has proposed tariffs as high as 20% on all imported goods.October 18 - Donald Trump -
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‘A disappointment to home buyers’: Mortgage rates surge to a two-month high
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.44%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.October 17 - Mortgage -
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When will home equity loan interest rates fall again?
Home equity loan interest rates are on the decline. But when, precisely, will they fall again? Here's what to know.October 17 -
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Will home prices rise with more Fed rate cuts? Here's what experts think.
With the Fed cutting rates again, home prices are unlikely to remain the same. Here's what some experts are predicting.October 17 - Federal Reserve -
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A drop in mortgage rates has failed to ignite home-buying demand, but builders remain optimistic
Builder sentiment inched up in October, the National Association of Home Builders said.October 17 - Mortgage -
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Why a HELOC is better than a home equity loan going into November
With another interest rate cut looming for November, here's why homeowners should consider a HELOC now.October 16 -
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Mortgage rates surge, putting a damper on home buying and refinancing
Mortgage applications fell 17% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.October 16 - Mortgage -
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NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts
Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs.October 16 -
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How much does a $15,000 home equity loan cost monthly now that rates were cut?
A home equity loan for $15,000 comes with inexpensive monthly payments now. Here's what to know.October 15 -
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Why home equity loan lending is rising (and what to do about it)
More and more borrowers are turning to home equity loans this year. Here's why you may want to pursue one, too.October 15 -
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What to know before refinancing your home equity loan
As interest rates drop, borrowers may want to refinance their home equity loan. Here's what they should know first.October 15 -
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Should you wait for the price of gold to fall to invest? Experts weigh in
While waiting for the price to fall may work for some, most experts say buying now is best. Here's why.October 15 -
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How much does a $200,000 home equity loan cost per month now that rates are cut?
As interest rates fall, home equity loans become cheaper. Here's what a $200,000 home equity loan costs monthly now.October 14 -
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Should you use your home equity now? Experts weigh in
Tapping into your home equity now could be smart, but it depends on your situation. Here's what some experts suggest.October 14