Alternative home equity company EasyKnock, which provides sale leaseback products to homeowners as a way to unlock the cash value they’ve built in their homes, announced on Tuesday tha… Read More
No matter the distance, moving is a lot of work. However, moving out of state is often more complicated and costly than staying within your current city.
Whether you’re re… Read More
If you’ve received a new job offer out of state, congratulations! Moving to a new city or state for work is an exciting endeavor.
While relocating for a new job can be wor… Read More
Together, EasyKnock and Ribbon Home will usher in a new chapter for the real estate industry, creating a one-stop shop for financial solutions that serve homeowners, buyers, and sellers acro… Read More
You’ve probably heard about a possible recession on the horizon. If that talk scares you, take a deep breath, and know you can prepare for economically tough times. In this article, we… Read More
Feeling the pang of homebuyer’s remorse? You’re far from alone. In 2022, 78% of homeowners said they had regrets with buying their homes in the last year. And for those who bough… Read More
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For many homeowners or buyers, securing a conventional loan can be a daunting task, particularly if you don’t fit the mold of a “conventional” borrower. Having a low cr… Read More
Homeownership can feel like a juggling act, particularly when it comes to maintenance and repairs. As soon as you fix one problem—be it a leak, failed system, or structural issue&m… Read More
SLB, as-is, HELOC, short sale—if you’re in the market to buy, sell, or borrow against a home or real property, do you know what your options are? Terminology is usually the f… Read More
Looking to make some major changes to your current or new home? Rather than juggling multiple loans and paying a premium rate for a home equity loan, HELOC, or cash-out refinance, you ca… Read More
Obtaining financing needed to purchase or rehabilitate a home can be a source of frustration for individuals with non-traditional income sources, poor credit scores, or a high debt-to-in… Read More
As a homeowner, you’ve built up your home equity and have the right to use it as an asset—but the question is, should you? Real estate equity is grown by making ongoing mortg… Read More
When you look at your finances, does your house file under the debt or asset column? For the majority of homeowners, the answer is both.
Home equity is how much of your property… Read More
What is the American dream? Ask almost anyone and they’ll talk about opportunity: the promise that hard work and perseverance will lead to success. An important indicator of success ha… Read More
Modern lenders offer many options for borrowing against your home—think mortgages, home equity loans, and Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC). HELOCs, in particular, are popular fo… Read More
Assisted living, nursing home—if these are the only options you’re familiar with for senior living, you’re probably asking, what is an active adult community? … Read More
If you could use the money from selling your house, but don’t want to leave the place you’ve always called home, a rent-back agreement could be the right solution for you.&nb… Read More
By 2030, seniors will comprise more than 20% of the U.S. population, up from 16.9% in 2020.1 Active adult neighborhoods are among the highest growing type of lifestyle communities, as th… Read More
Proactively planning where to live in your later years can make entering your new life stage a positive experience. And when doing so, you may consider different types of facilities and… Read More
The end of a parent’s life is a complicated and trying time for any family. From healthcare costs to funeral arrangements, there’s a lot to take care of during a time when ev… Read More
You’ve been shopping for the home of your dreams for months and finally found “the one.” You negotiated a fair price with the seller, the house passed its inspection with f… Read More
Home equity loan, cash-out refinance, and HELOC—these are the three classic methods of leveraging your equity into cash. A home is frequently the largest asset in a family’s port… Read More
Looking to enlarge a master suite, pay off high-interest credit card debt, or fund medical needs? A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a flexible loan option to cash in on equity for home… Read More
After you’ve paid the last monthly mortgage payment (or inherited a property free and clear), a home is yours to do with as you choose. It can be an investment for the future, a busine… Read More
Home: It’s where the heart (and the equity) is. If you’re a homeowner looking for a flexible financing option, you’ve probably heard about home equity lines of credit (… Read More
Imagine having a hidden treasure beneath your feet that only grew in value over time. In a way, your home equity is exactly that—a store of value built upon your diligent mortgage… Read More
When you’re looking to leverage your home’s value for a loan, you’ll likely encounter the terms ‘home equity loans’ and ‘second mortgages’. Ofte… Read More
Homeownership isn’t for everyone. Whether the cost is out of reach, or you prefer to live a more flexible lifestyle without the burden of home repairs and maintenance, there are plenty… Read More
Barring Benjamin Button, everyone grows older. And with age comes a new set of challenges (economic, medical, and other hurdles) that you may not have necessarily dealt with in your youn… Read More
Whether you’re looking to fund your next real estate purchase or access the equity in your home, you might be considering the merits of a mortgage vs home equity loan, or even a ho… Read More
Even if your home isn’t fully paid off, it’s still possible to use it to access money quickly when you need it. If you’re trying to convert the equity you have in your… Read More
If you’re leaning toward aging in place, then you’re part of the majority. Among older Americans (aged 50+), a 2018 AARP study found that 76% prefer to stay in their current… Read More
Whether you’re searching for your first house or preparing to sell a property for the first time, you might be looking for an overall estimate for the unexpected costs of buying a… Read More
According to one mover’s estimate, it takes three to seven days to pack a four-bedroom house, or just six to 10 hours if you hire professionals. When you take a look around at your… Read More
Once you’ve lived in a house for a decade or more, belongings tend to expand to fill all available space. And the space itself may be more than you need, especially if it was sized… Read More
Buying and owning a home—isn’t it part of the American dream? Not necessarily. Home ownership can be a joy and a significant financial move for some, but it can also be a dra… Read More
Today, EasyKnock, the first technology-enabled residential sale-leaseback platform, announced its plans to launch BuyBoost, a new program in partnership with FinLocker designed to help c… Read More
Ribbon, powered by EasyKnock, announces today that RibbonCash – its pioneering cash offer solution – has relaunched in Atlanta and Charlotte.
As one of the pioneers of pow… Read More
ROSEMEAD, CA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2023 — In an era characterized by constant disruption and innovation, Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty (YHSGR) is set to empower real… Read More
Have you ever gone through a day with pants that don’t quite fit right? It can be irritating and distracting, and can even affect your decisions on things like whether to socialize… Read More
If you’re trying to secure a large sum of money using your home as collateral, you have several borrowing options to choose from. Three popular choices are cash out refinancing, ho… Read More
Homeowners hoping to rework the terms of their current mortgage have a few routes to choose from. If you have significant equity in your home, lenders may be quick to approve you for one… Read More
Are you looking for a faster home sale turnaround?
When selling a property, it’s not just about listing it and finding a potential buyer. A traditional home sale requires… Read More
When it comes to selling a parents house before death, that’s a whole process to go through. After a loved one passes away, who takes over the house upkeep and arranges its sale? C… Read More
Find your ideal home, take out a mortgage, and eventually you or your children make a profit when the house is sold. Is this the only formula for building wealth from home equity?
Not… Read More
For many Americans, a house is the biggest investment—and return—of a lifetime. It’s common to default to using a traditional real estate agent to make sure you dot all… Read More
Home equity provides a safety net, frees you up from private mortgage insurance (PMI), and moves you further away from mortgage debt the higher you grow it. Building home equity can inch… Read More
EasyKnock, the first technology-enabled residential sale-leaseback platform, today announced its asset acquisition of Onder, a property maintenance solution built with homeowners in mind… Read More
Today, EasyKnock, the first technology-enabled residential sale-leaseback platform, announced it has been selected as the winner of “Overall PropTech Solution of the Year” in… Read More
As a homeowner, you can leverage your equity for a low-interest credit line with a HELOC—but you’ll need to pass lender qualifications to make it happen.
HELOCs have bec… Read More
Using a home equity line of credit, or HELOC, comes with the cost of paying back interest in addition to the amount you borrow. This may leave you wondering, is HELOC interest tax deductible… Read More
Borrowing against home equity—either through a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC)—can appear almost as complex as handling your primary mortgage. For either o… Read More
When you become a homeowner, there are many new financial opportunities at your fingertips: a home equity line of credit (HELOC) being one of them. If you’re currently utilizing one, y… Read More
Most homeowners know they can access credit with a lower interest rate than a standard credit card through a HELOC secured by home equity. Yet many people don’t always realize the pote… Read More
If a lakeside cabin is on your bucket list, or you stumble across a fantastic rental property for sale, you’ll need to figure out how to come up with the cash for a down payment. As a… Read More
As a homeowner, you might be wondering: can you refinance a home equity loan?
For most borrowers, the answer is yes.
You can refinance a home equity loan in good stan… Read More
Looking to free up cash to pay off credit card debt, tackle major home improvements, or start a new business? Homeowners can use their property to secure a lower interest rate on a loan&mdas… Read More