Archive for December, 2008

Home Equity Loan Rates

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

What is so good about home equity loan? Home equity loan rates are considered to be one of the lowest there is today, because of the loan collateral you will have to put up to apply for one. There is a "condition" that needs to be met, in order to harvest ...

Home Equity Scams On the Plus Side

Monday, December 29th, 2008

A home equity loan does have some pluses. Compared to other forms of borrowing, it is easier to get, comes at a lower interest rate, and has tax advantages that other loans don't. It can help borrowers clear up outstanding bills while leaving them with a single monthly payment at ...

Home Equity Scams

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Another pitfall is predatory scammers. The Federal Trade Commission warns about, "Unscrupulous lenders (who) target older or low-income homeowners and those with credit problems. These lenders may offer loans based on the equity in your home, not on your ability to repay." Avoid lenders who tell you to falsify information on ...