Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes.  A home ...

Borrowers should carefully weigh their home equity loan pros and cons before getting started with the product. /iStockphoto .

Rising home prices, low inventory and high mortgage rates have homeowners choosing to renovate their homes instead of moving. Two popular options for tapping into home equity for renovations include a ...