As home equity loan rates sit near a two-year low, many homeowners may be wondering about the merits of acting now.

You might find yourself in a situation where a personal loan seems like the only option for getting the cash you need.

If you're planning to refinance your home this fall, you may not need as much of a rate reduction as you think.

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