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Top 5 Myths About Owning Your Own Business

Many would-be entrepreneurs talk themselves out of it before they even begin, thanks to a handful of persistent myths. But the truth is, owning a business is possible. And while it takes some serious work, it’s not reserved for the ultra-rich, ultra-connected, or ultra-lucky.

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Homeownership
Cash-Out Refinance Pros & Cons

A cash-out refinance is a mortgage refinancing solution that allows homeowners to replace their existing mortgage with a new one–usually at a higher loan amount–and receive the difference between the two loans in cash.

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Home Equity
What is Home Equity & How Can You Use It?

You’ve probably heard it’s good to build equity in your home. But what is home equity, exactly? How can you calculate the equity you have in your home? What can you even use that home equity to do?

Home Equity
Cash-Out ReFi vs Home Equity Loan

While you’ve heard that your house is your biggest asset, you might be unsure how to take advantage of the fact. Property is illiquid–which means, it isn’t ready money you can just use.

Home Equity
Coping With an Empty Nest

If your child is making the transition to college this year, you yourself may be anticipating a transition of your own: the “empty nest.”

Homeownership
What Are ADUs?

Technically, the “Accessory Dwelling Unit” (ADU) has been around since the 1980s, though the concept itself is much older. If the phrase doesn’t ring a bell, you might know it better as “granny house” or “backyard cottage.”

Home Equity
What Is An Equity Sharing Agreement?

It’s a universal truth that the vast majority of homeowners are sitting on an enormous amount of equity. That equity is most often trapped in their homes, where it can’t be used to help them with their pressing needs.

Financial Health
How Long Does It Take to Get a HELOC?

If you're looking into a HELOC, there's probably a bit of a time crunch to get funds freed up. While a HELOC can move quickly, it's typically a bit of a process. Read on for more.