Home equity loan rates fell this week, leading some prospective borrowers to wonder if it's better than a HELOC now.

Both home equity loans and home improvement loans can help you secure financing but have important distinctions.

Home equity line of credit (HELOC) and home equity loan interest rates have been trending downward in 2025, creating valuable ...

Current home equity loan rates are a little bit lower than current HELOC rates. If you're looking to fund a home improvement project or repair, a home equity loan can be an affordable way to do so.

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A split decision for home equity rates in the latest week. After falling for six consecutive weeks, HELOCs rose to 8 percent.