As hedge funds stockpile gold, prospective investors should consider the reasons behind that surge. Getty Images Over the last few years, there's been an uptick in gold investing as rising prices attract investors looking for quick gains. Since breaking past $2,700 per ounce in October 2024, the price of gold has continued to reach new highs in 2025. While smaller investors have contributed to this trend, institutional investors are making even bigger moves. Central banks worldwide are...

Your home appraisal plays a critical role in determining how much home equity you'd be eligible to borrow. Kevin Kozicki/Getty Images Borrowing from your home equity is one of the most affordable ways to access funding now. The interest rates for home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) typically run much lower than credit cards and personal loans. This makes them ideal for funding renovations, consolidating debt or covering education costs. But unlike other loans, home...