home equity loan
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of home equity loan
First recorded in 1980–85
Example Sentences
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WSJ | Buy Side: Learn how to get the best rate on a home equity loan.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 14, 2026
Is it remotely possible that he would nevertheless take out a home equity loan and pay Daniels $130,000 without Trump’s knowledge and direction?
From Los Angeles Times ● May 2, 2024
Rates for both have been rising for about a year, so if you’re choosing between the two, Porter recommends locking in a fixed-rate home equity loan now and refinancing later if rates decrease.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 1, 2023
And I don’t think I have enough equity in my condo to pay for a home equity loan.
From Slate ● Dec. 19, 2022
But if she has a solid interest rate, she may be better off taking out a home equity loan or line of credit.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 5, 2022
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