Originally Posted by 3hundred
You'd be gambling with your home equity. With recession looking more and more likely, I wouldn't do it. FWIW, my meager portfolio came from savings that are earning nada. I don't have immediate need for the funds so I'm prepared to ride it out. Keeping 3 years living expenses in reserve.

https://www.yahoo.com/now/stocks-sink-inflation-recession-fears-184011387.html
Agreed. Volatile market. IF ANYTHING, I'd increase value of my home with the equity e.g. new kitchen, swimming pool, etc. and something you'll enjoy but not put into a volatile market now.


Facts are stubborn things.