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How to use equity to buy an investment property

How to use equity to buy an investment property

Simply put, your home equity is the difference between your property’s current market value and the remaining balance on your mortgage. Example: If your home is worth $800,000 and your mortgage balance is $500,000, you have $300,000 in total equity. How much equity can I actually use? While you might have $300,000 in total equity,...

  • January 28, 2026
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  • Buying Next Home, Investment Property

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