Since It Costs So Much to Sell, Use a Cash-Out Refinance To Improve Your Home Instead
Selling your home could cost 10% of its sale price. Why not use that money to improve it instead?
December 26, 2023 9 min read
Should You Use a Cash-Out Refinance To Invest in Stocks or Crypto?
It can be tempting to pull out home equity to invest in markets. Here's how it can put your financial future at risk.
December 23, 2023 3 min read
How To Tap Equity in a Vacation Home
Cash-out refinance, HELOC, or STR loan? What are the options to get cash from your vacation property equity?
December 22, 2023 4 min read
Can You Get a Cash-Out Refinance on an Investment Property?
Surprisingly, most lenders let you "cash out" your rental property. Check maximum loan amounts, rates, and rules.
August 8, 2025 6 min read
HELOC vs Cash-Out Refinance: Which One is Better in 4 Situations
A HELOC is better than a cash-out refinance...except when it's not. Four situations and which loan product to use.
August 1, 2025 5 min read
How To Get a Cash-Out Refinance After a Renovation
A remodel can increase your home value enough to do a cash-out refinance. Reimburse your renovation costs and accomplish other financial goals.
December 30, 2024 6 min read
Use An Equity Buyout "Divorce Refinance" to Save Money, Qualify Easier
Buying out an ex-spouse with a refinance is less expensive, thanks to Fannie Mae's equity buyout rule.
December 20, 2023 5 min read
Should You Pay Off a Car Loan With a Cash-Out Refinance?
Turning your auto and home loans into one low-rate mortgage sounds appealing, but is this a good idea?
August 29, 2025 10 min read