Borrowers should carefully weigh their home equity loan pros and cons before getting started with the product. /iStockphoto .

Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes.  A home ...

Despite the Federal Reserve's best efforts, inflation has held firm. Due to that, the Fed held firm, keeping the federal funds rate steady in March. This benchmark interest rate influences the cost of ...

A home equity loan is usually a fixed-rate lump sum based on the value available in your home. Home equity lines of credit (Helocs) are revolving lines of credit based on your available equity and ...

Home equity loan interest rates declined in 2025. Here's what can be considered to be a "good" loan rate in 2026.