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Why Taking Equity Out of Your Home Is a Bad Idea
  • By Landon Ainsworth
  • Dated 15 Feb 2026

Why Taking Equity Out of Your Home Is a Bad Idea

Taking equity out of your home might seem like an easy way to access cash, but it puts your home at risk. Rising interest rates, falling property values, and hidden fees make this a dangerous move for most Australians. Learn why protecting your equity is smarter than spending it.