In our digital world, passwords are as much a part of our lives as Netflix and Amazon. Keeping information stored in dozens of accounts across the web can make it easier to stay on top of your finances, order a new pair of jeans or even schedule a dentist appointment. Unfortunately, though, passwords can be relatively easy for scammers to hack, opening the door for identity theft, credit card fraud and more.

Thinking about tackling a home improvement project? Maybe you’re tired of making several different credit card payments and would like the convenience and savings of paying them off in one low-interest monthly payment.

For short-term goals and projects like this, you may want to consider a home equity line of credit (HELOC). If you’re a homeowner who has built up some equity on your home, you may be eligible.

What is a HELOC loan, exactly? We’ll answer some of your most commonly asked questions about this financing and debt consolidation option.

If you need cash and you’re a homeowner, you have a few different options to tap into your home’s existing equity. A home equity loan, home equity line of credit, or cash-out refinance can get you the funding you need.

But which option is right for you? Below, we discuss the different choices, what you can do with the cash, and which is the best fit for you and your situation.

If you're thinking about refinancing your home, you can probably remember all the paperwork it took to get your mortgage approved -- and you might be feeling daunted.

But the process doesn't need to be complicated. Buying your home was the hard part and refinancing is comparatively straightforward. Read on to find out what steps to take and what documents you'll need.

As Congress considers new infrastructure spending, lawmakers are considering unconventional sources of revenue to fund their plans. One proposal under consideration would require financial institutions like Listerhill (as well as other financial institutions such as banks) to report to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) many activities on accounts with balances over $600. Such an unprecedented grab of your personal financial data raises several concerns.

When interest rates decline, refinancing your mortgage can be a good way to save money. How much you can save depends on the equity you have in your home, what your new interest rate will be, and the length of your new mortgage. The savings could be substantial.

The following overview of mortgage refinance requirements can help you decide whether you are ready to apply for a new home loan.

The term cash-out refinance refers to obtaining a new mortgage to replace your existing one and getting cash back in the process. You essentially take out a new loan for a greater amount than your current mortgage and spend the cash back how you see fit.

If you have a conventional or Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan, you can typically receive up to 80 percent of the value of your home. You could receive up to 100 percent of your home’s value with a Veterans’ Administration (VA) loan.

During our Great Giveback campaign, we gave four lucky winners $500 cash and paid $25,000 towards an even luckier winner’s loan (or combined loans). Our grand prize winner this year was Mr. Percy Jones AND to make the prize even more grand, we donated $2,500 in his name towards St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

For most people, buying a home will be the biggest purchase of your life – so you want to make sure you get it right.

You've got to consider the kind of property you want, the location, schools, commute, and all those other lifestyle factors. Most importantly, you have to think carefully about your budget and how much house you can afford.

The house price is only one factor that goes into determining your monthly mortgage payment. It's made up of several different parts and you'll need to understand them all before you can figure out what house you can afford.

With the demand for new homes increasing by nearly 25 percent from 2020 to 2021—and many homes going for tens of thousands of dollars over the asking price—coming up with a 20 percent down payment has become even more difficult for many home buyers.

What’s a potential home buyer to do?

One option to consider is mortgage insurance. But what is mortgage insurance? Listerhill Credit is here to help.