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Homeowners Refuse to Tap into Massive Equity. Is that a Mistake?
The Mortgage Reports, July 19, 2019–Erik J. Martin
A strong housing market and rising home prices have contributed to higher rates of home equity. And home equity can be tapped via a home equity loan, home equity line of credit, or cash-out refi. But new research shows that, while owners are flush with equity, they aren’t tapping it as often as they did in the past. Most are choosing to continue building wealth and not borrow against what they’ve earned.