Home equity lines of credit are being pushed hard by banks and lenders, even while delinquencies are on the rise. But why?

A HELOC can be a smart borrowing tool — but only if used for the right reasons. Here's how to do that this summer.

A reverse mortgage is ideal for seniors who may have limited financial resources, as no payment is required. So if you have ...

Founded in 2018 by SoFi's Mike Cagney, fin-tech startup Figure is one of the largest providers of home equity lines of credit ...

Home equity loan and HELOCs rates are based on a benchmark interest rate (the “index”), plus an additional amount set by the ...

Lenders tend to offer differing rates for home equity loans and HELOCs — and there are a few drivers behind that trend. . As ...

Borrowers can pay off a HELOC early at any time during the draw period or repayment period. Paying off a HELOC is not the ...

Start by seeing what HELOC rate you could qualify for here now. How have HELOC interest rates changed in 2025? To appreciate ...

A HELOC draw period is the number of years you can withdraw funds from your home equity line of credit. During this time, you ...

Ashley is a lead editor of mortgages and loans at Forbes Advisor. She graduated from Utah Tech University with a bachelor’s in English with an emphasis in creative writing. She began her career ...

MBA panelists highlighted the chance for loan officers to originate more HELOCs and other second-lien mortgages as the ...

If you’re a retired homeowner, there’s a good chance that your property is worth far more than you paid for it. But is a ...