Real Estate Loan

HELOC

Tap into your home's equity with a flexible revolving line of credit.

$25K – $500K

Loan Amount

7% – 11%

Typical APR

10-year draw + 20-year repayment

Loan Term

21 – 45 days

Funding Time

About This Loan

What is a HELOC?

A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) lets homeowners borrow against the equity built in their property. Like a credit card, you draw from it as needed and pay interest only on what you use. It is one of the lowest-cost ways to access large amounts of capital for homeowners with significant equity.

Minimum Credit Score

640+

Fund Usage

What Can Funds Be Used For?

Home Renovations

Fund kitchen remodels, bathroom upgrades, additions, and landscaping

Debt Consolidation

Pay off high-interest credit cards and personal loans at a lower rate

Education Costs

Fund college tuition, continuing education, or professional certifications

Emergency Fund

Keep a safety net available for unexpected major expenses

Investment Property

Use equity to fund the down payment on a rental or investment property

Business Investment

Invest in a business opportunity or franchise using home equity

The Process

How It Works

From application to funding — here is exactly what to expect when applying for a HELOC.

01

Apply & Get Appraised

Lender orders a home appraisal to determine your property value and available equity.

02

Credit Line Established

Receive your approved HELOC limit — typically up to 85% of your home value minus your mortgage balance.

03

Draw as Needed

Use the credit line for any purpose during the draw period (usually 10 years). Pay interest only on draws.

04

Repay During Repayment Period

After the draw period ends, repay principal and interest over a 20-year period.

Requirements

Do You Qualify?

Min. Credit Score

640+

Home Equity

15%+ equity required

LTV

Up to 85% combined

Debt-to-Income

Below 43%

Employment

Stable income required

Property Type

Primary or second home

At a Glance

Pros & Cons

Advantages

Very low interest rates compared to personal loans

Only pay interest on what you draw

Large credit limits based on home equity

Interest may be tax deductible for home improvements

Considerations

Your home is used as collateral — risk of foreclosure

Variable rate can increase during repayment

Reduces home equity available for other purposes

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