After the mortgage downturn in the late 2000s, homeowners became ultra-conservative
about borrowing against their homes.
Not exact matches
There is a ton of debate
about this, but
borrowing against the equity of your
home is an option that is available to you during retirement.
The loan itself will typically be unsecured if you are
borrowing less than # 5,000 or secured
against your
home if you want to
borrow a larger amount (this is why you should always speak to your mortgage company
about remortgaging first, as it is often a cheaper alternative).
If you think that
borrowing against your available
home equity could be a good financial option for you, talk with your lender
about cash - out refinancing and
home equity lines of credit.Footnote 1 Based on your personal situation and financial needs, your lender can provide the information you need to help you choose the best option for your specific financial situation.
If you think that
borrowing against your available
home equity could be a good financial option for you, talk with your lender
about cash - out refinancing and
home equity lines of credit.
If you're thinking
about refinancing your
home or
borrowing against the equity in your
home, it's a good idea to review your amortization schedule.
Millennials were even more emphatic
about the emotional side of homeownership: 93 percent favor a
home for «more space for my family,» while only 75 perent view it as «financial security to
borrow against.»