Monday 6 June 2011

Home Equity Guide 101

By Maria Valenzuela


Home equity is the current market value Tremonton Utah Real Estate excluding the outstanding mortgage balance. It is the amount of ownership that has been built up by the holder of the mortgage through payments and appreciation. Basically, it is the amount of money you have already paid against the value of your home. So if a home has been evaluated as worth $300,000.00 and the owner still owes $150,000.00, his equity is $150,000.00. Liens or second mortgage on the property can also be subtracted from the appraised value.

It can serve as collateral for a home equity loan which is usually set as fixed period like 10 years and the borrower can renew his credit line after. It depends on the guidelines of the lender. Some lenders require a borrower to pay the full outstanding balance after the 'draw period' has been reached.

Home owners can borrow against their equity and use the money for different projects like home improvements. Basically, they use the home to put their established equity to work for them. Some home owners use the money for their children's tuition, to purchase a second home or retirement home, or while to venture in a new business.

Take note that your home is the collateral and at stake if you won't be able to pay your loan on time. So be very careful before securing such loan even if you can borrow the full amount of your equity loan.

It is recommended that you talk to a financial adviser to guide you in securing a home equity loan. It is best to know your financial status first to determine is the monthly payment is not a burden to you. Know home equity by heart, and have an agent working by your side before engaging in the 'business.' You will surely lose your Riverside California real estate if you will not be able to pay the borrowed amount.

Watch out for fraudsters who just want to cheat on home owners. By educating yourself with the real process of securing home equity loan, you'll be able to avoid the pitfalls and of course of losing your Real Estate in Smyrna.




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