Cervone Deegan + Associates knows that with home values have increased over the past few years, many homeowners are fortunate to have significant equity in their properties these days. This may make some people begin to wonder about what their options may be and how they can make use of them. The team at Cervone Deegan + Associates can be a great resource if you wish to discuss the subject further. In the meantime, here are some ways you can choose to use it.

 

 

Take into consideration how appropriate your current home is to your needs. Do you need more space? Do you have too much? If you are deciding to downsize especially, you may be in a great position to move to a smaller home and potentially have your equity cover a good amount of the cost of the new home. 

 

 

If you have decided that your current home works well for you, then maybe some upgrades or enhancements will make it nearly perfect. You could consider taking the equity and putting in that new kitchen you dreamed of or even consider an addition for more space. Other big-ticket items that add value could be a roof replacement or upgrading your windows to new, efficient ones.

 

 

If your current home is just right and home improvements are not needed, there may be some life goals that you may want to work on. Maybe it is starting a new business, going back to school, or even investing in a vacation home. It is not recommended to use it for any unnecessary spending, but investing in your future in ways that can help achieve your lifelong goals could pay off. 

 

If you are unsure about how to use your home’s equity, feel free to reach out to us for a professional opinion. We are always happy to help!