Why you should get a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit

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It's a buyers market, and we need to be creative in buying a home. Every homeowner should have a contingency plan for illness, car replacement/repair, or fun things. It's wise to have one in place prior to buying a home, in case you need to buy without contingency of sale of your home.

It depends on your mortgage lender, but you can get it and never use it, and it will cost you nothing. If and when you do use it, you'll pay at that time.

Your local bank would be a good source, or the lender you're using to purchase your home.

Be prepared for life and all the events that can happen... both positive and negative. Any comments or questions?