With the likelihood of slower appreciation ahead, here's how to take an active role in growing your home equity.

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

With $17.3 trillion in home equity available and rates falling, homeowners face a critical choice. Mortgage experts weigh in ...

The average U.S. household now carries over $105,000 in debt. See how your balances compare, and what options can help.

Home upgrades can add comfort, value, and energy savings, but the wrong loan can turn a dream project into a long, expensive ...

The average interest rate on a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 5.92% APR, according to rates provided to NerdWallet by Zillow. This is 14 basis points lower than yesterday and 25 basis points ...

Banks have been lifting some longer-term lending rates amid increases in the wholesale market following November's Reserve ...

Our experts expect a mortgage market reset in 2026 with an uptick in originations, but warn lenders not to skimp on compliance even as the reins loosen.

Renewing with your current lender is often straightforward, even if you are self-employed, but things change quickly if you ...

An Aussie property investor got a rude shock when she was told that her home loan approval hinged on paying off her higher ...

I don't recommend selling this to your daughter at a bargain-basement price. You are allowed to do whatever you want when it comes to your real estate. Whether it's a good or bad idea is another ...

Learn the ins and outs of collateral assignment in life insurance policies, how it secures loans, and what it means for your beneficiaries.