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Home Equity
The current market value of a homeowner's property minus any outstanding mortgages or liens on the property.
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Home equity is the value of a homeowner's interest in a property. It is the difference between the property's market value and any outstanding mortgage or other liens on the property.
Example
If you have a mortgage balance of $200,000 and the property is worth $500,000, the home equity in your property would be $300,000.
Related Terms
Mortgage
A loan used to finance the purchase of a home, with the property serving as collateral for the loan.
Bankruptcy
A legal process in which an individual or business has their assets liquidated or restructured in order to pay off creditors.
Grace Period
A set amount of time after a payment is due during which a late fee will not be charged.