In this episode of Real Talk with Matt, we’re diving into one of the most powerful — and underrated — strategies homeowners are using right now: tapping their home’s equity without refinancing.
Matt breaks down how record-high home equity, steady mortgage rates, and the Fed’s outlook for 2026 are shaping the smartest moves in today’s housing market.
You’ll learn: • The difference between a HELOC and a second mortgage • How to use your equity strategically without losing your low first-mortgage rate • Real examples from homeowners who are doing it right • When not to use a HELOC — and how to avoid common traps
Whether you’re remodeling, consolidating debt, or looking for cash to invest, this is your 2025 guide to making your equity work for you.
🔑 Ready to see how much equity you can access? Visit AnchorHL.com for your free equity analysis.
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