Home Equity Calculator

Calculate your home equity, loan-to-value ratio, and accessible funds in seconds. Perfect for homeowners planning renovations, investments, or financial planning.

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Typically lenders allow up to 80-85% LTV

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Home Equity

$200,000

The current value you own in your property after subtracting your mortgage balance.

Loan-to-Value Ratio

60%

The ratio of your mortgage balance to your property value. Lower is better.

Accessible Equity

$100,000

Based on your desired LTV, this is the amount you could potentially access.

Understanding Home Equity

Home equity represents the portion of your property that you truly own. It's calculated by subtracting your remaining mortgage balance from the current market value of your home. This valuable asset grows as you pay down your mortgage and as your property appreciates in value.

Our free Home Equity Calculator helps you determine exactly how much equity you've built in your home. Whether you're planning home improvements, consolidating debt, investing in education, or preparing for retirement, understanding your home equity is the first step toward achieving your financial goals.

Why Calculate Your Home Equity?

Debt Consolidation

Lower interest rates by consolidating high-interest debts with a home equity loan.

Home Improvements

Fund renovations that increase your property's value and quality of life.

Education Funding

Invest in education for yourself or your family members.

Investment Opportunities

Access capital for business ventures or investment properties.

How Home Equity Loans Work

Home equity loans allow you to borrow against the equity you've built in your home. These typically offer lower interest rates than credit cards or personal loans because they're secured by your property. Lenders usually allow you to borrow up to 80-85% of your home's value, minus your mortgage balance.

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