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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.
Refinance
The process of paying off an existing loan with a new loan, typically in order to obtain a lower interest rate or to change the terms of the loan.
Digital Banking
The use of electronic devices, such as computers and smartphones, to access and manage one's bank account and carry out financial transactions.

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