Don't borrow from your home equity this season without first understanding these five timely traps, experts say.

Equity may have dropped in some states over the past year, but thanks to yearlong gains, the average owner is still sitting ...

It can make sense to refinance your home equity loan as interest rates decline, but only in certain circumstances.

People worldwide are actively seeking ways to turn their personal interests into financial rewards in today’s times. Creative ...

Achieve reports you can use a HELOC to buy another property, covering down payments, closing costs, or outright purchases.

Unlock’s HEAs are available in 13 states to homeowners with a minimum credit score of 500 and a loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of ...

Longbridge's HELOC for Seniors incorporates elements of both a traditional line of credit and a reverse mortgage. Borrowers ...

College is more expensive than ever, especially with federal cuts to student loan options. If you own your home, you may be considering using your home equity to fund your child's education. Instead ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

More families are using home equity line of credit to fund private school fees after Labour's VAT hike, according to a lender ...

While you've been focused on everything else life throws at you, your property has been working behind the scenes. Most people build equity as they pay down their mortgage and property values rise.