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Equity

What it means

Equity is the value of your home minus what you owe on your mortgage. It shows how much of the property you own.

Official sources

CFPB

Updated 08-20-2026

Equity

Equity is the amount your property is currently worth minus the amount of any existing mortgage on your property. Learn what a home equity loan is (cfpb.gov/askcfpb/106).

CFPB Mortgage Terms

CFPB · pp. 6–10

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