“Real estate”

How the Rate Lock Effect is Shifting How Homeowners Tap Equity

Homeowners are tapping equity at the fastest pace since 2021 — but instead of refinancing, they're reaching for second liens. Here's what's driving the shift.

What Young Homeowners Can Learn from the Baby Boomer Paradox

Baby boomers won the housing lottery, so why are they the most skeptical that it delivered the American Dream? What it means for you.

The True Cost of Homeownership in Florida: What to Expect

If you asked most Florida homeowners what their home costs them each month, you'd probably get a quick answer: the amount they pay for their mortgage. But the real cost of homeownership in the Sunshine State is much more than that single number — and for many Floridians, the gap between what they expected to pay and what they actually pay has widened significantly in recent years.

Home Affordability Made Simple: The 28/36 Rule Explained

Learn what the 28/36 rule means for your mortgage-to-income ratio and how it guides affordable home buying with clear, simple guidance.

The Hidden Cost of the American Dream: Why Homeownership in 2025 Feels Broken

Across the board, the cost of owning a home has risen far beyond what most people expected — or were prepared for. Too many are stuck in a cycle of “just trying to keep up.”

How to Use Home Equity to Build Wealth: 5 Ideas

What if your home equity could set you up for long-term success and stability? Here are some of the ways it can build wealth.

7 Brilliant Home Staging Tips from Staging Experts

These home staging professionals have the expert advice you're looking for to sell your home for top dollar.

The Ultimate Guide to Your Home Equity Dashboard

Here are the latest updates and features available in the Home Equity Dashboard.

10 States with Highest Home Equity Growth in 2022

In Q1 of 2022 alone, equity jumped 32.2%. Here are the 10 states where homeowners have gained the most equity this year. 

Maryland Home Prices Soar Due to D.C.'s Desirability

Maryland home prices are hitting record highs from Baltimore to Annapolis, giving homeowners ample home equity.

Ohio Real Estate Trends Reveal Obstacles, Opportunities

Expenses, Home Prices Raise Cost of Living in Pennsylvania

Cost of living is high and housing inventory is low for most major cities in Pennsylvania, thanks in part to the pandemic.

Skyrocketing Prices Shut Homebuyers Out in Washington

In New Jersey, Housing Stock Is Down and Prices Are Up

High Demand Sees Home Values Surging in the Sunshine State

The approachable cost of living in Florida has homeowners uprooting to find larger land and warmer climates amid the pandemic.

North Carolina Housing Market Is Growing, But So Are Costs

North Carolina housing costs and home maintenance expenses are leaving homeowners feeling house-rich, cash-poor.

Limited Inventory Causes Home Prices to Heat Up in Arizona

As Arizona neighborhoods reach record-high home values, homeowners have lots of opportunity to utilize their equity.

As Michigan Home Prices Grow, So Do Affordability Concerns

The cost of living in Michigan is on the rise as the housing market demand grows, giving homeowners an exciting advantage.

Escalating Expenses, Mortgages, Challenge Minnesota Homeowners

Cost of living coupled with a rise in home prices is stretching budgets thin for many Minnesota homeowners.

Stay or Go: A Tale of Two Housing Markets in New York

New York City and upstate have seen some uncharacteristic trends in the housing market that's creating more home buyers.

Low Inventory and High Home Prices Impact Portland Homeowners

Surge in Virginia Home Value Gives Homeowners an Edge

Slow wage growth coupled with skyrocketing home prices are putting the cost of living in Virginia out of reach for some.

California Dreams Breaking the Bank for San Diego Homeowners

Slow wage growth coupled with skyrocketing home prices are putting the cost of living in San Diego out of reach for some.

The Benefits and Costs of Being a Massachusetts Homeowner

Housing costs continue to make financial freedom difficult for Massachusetts homeowners, but home equity can help.

Industry Leaders Talk Obstacles, Opportunities at Lendit Fintech USA 2020

The Best Small Business Loans for Niche Entrepreneurs

Find out which small business loans you qualify for and the best fit based on your business type.

Home Maintenance Costs, Income Fears Weigh on San Francisco Homeowners

See how San Francisco homeowners are addressing the house-rich, cash-poor crisis and how they compare nationally.

Cost of Home Ownership in L.A. Makes Other Financial Goals a Challenge

See how Los Angeles homeowners are addressing the growing house-rich, cash-poor crisis and how they compare to homeowners national

Income Security a Top Concern for Cash-strapped Orlando Homeowners

See how Orlando homeowners are addressing the growing house-rich cash-poor crisis and how they compare to homeowners nationally.

70% of Boston Homeowners Say Home Costs Outpacing Incomes

See how Boston homeowners are addressing the growing house-rich, cash-poor crisis and how they compare to homeowners nationally.

Denver Homeowners Say Mortgages Make Other Financial Goals Tough

See how Denver homeowners are addressing the growing house-rich, cash-poor crisis and how they compare to homeowners nationally.

2008 Housing Crisis Hangover? Ages 50+ Say Not So Much

Our study shows that 10 years after the 2008 housing bubble, confidence in homeownership remains high, and those aged 50+ emerged

House Rich, Cash Poor: A Tale of Boston Homeowners

A new study by Hometap shows that Greater Boston homeowners are stressed by costs of home upkeep. Here’s what you can do if you fi

Boston-Area Home Values Increase, But Is It Enough to Keep Residents?

Greater Boston homeowners have seen the values of their homes—and maintenance—steadily increase. Here’s why some residents are con