Home Equity
Tap into your home's value with competitive rates.
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Home Equity Loans: Tap Into Your Home's Value
Access the equity you've built with competitive rates and predictable payments.
If you've built up equity in your home, you can put it to work. Whether you need funds for home improvements, debt consolidation, or a major expense, a home equity loan or line of credit gives you access to your home's value at rates typically lower than credit cards.
- Borrow against the equity you've already built
- Fixed rates available for predictable monthly payments
- Often lower rates than unsecured personal loans or credit cards
Home Equity Requirements
Lenders generally look for the following:
- At least 15–20% equity in your home
- Credit score of 620 or higher (varies by lender)
- Stable income and manageable debt-to-income ratio
- Home appraisal to confirm current market value
- Current on your existing mortgage payments
What Do Home Equity Loans Cost?
Costs vary depending on the type of home equity product:
- Closing costs — typically 2–5% of the loan amount
- Possible appraisal fee ($300–$600)
- Annual fee (for some HELOCs)
- Interest rates vary by product type, credit score, and LTV ratio
Benefits of Home Equity
How to Apply
Answer a few questions
Tell us about your home, how much equity you'd like to access, and your goals.
Get matched
We connect you with a lender who offers competitive home equity products.
Close your loan
Finalize your home equity loan or line of credit and access your funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
A home equity loan gives you a lump sum at a fixed rate with set monthly payments. A HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) works like a credit card — you draw what you need during a set period, usually at a variable rate.
Most lenders allow you to borrow up to 80–85% of your home's value, minus your existing mortgage balance. Some programs go up to 90%.
No. A home equity loan or HELOC is a separate loan that doesn't change the terms of your existing first mortgage. This is an advantage if you have a low rate on your primary mortgage.
Most home equity loans close in 2–6 weeks, depending on the lender and whether an appraisal is required.
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