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How Do HELOC APRs Work?

A HELOC APR is usually a variable-rate that can rise or fall, resulting in higher or lower...

Tim Maxwell profile imageBy Tim Maxwell
Nov 12, 2022

How to Use a HELOC to Pay Off Your Mortgage

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be used to pay off your mortgage. But this strate...

Tim Maxwell profile imageBy Tim Maxwell
Nov 11, 2022

Can You Sell Your House if You Have a HELOC?

Having a HELOC generally doesn't prevent you from selling your home, but certain scenarios...

Emily Starbuck Gerson profile imageBy Emily Starbuck Gerson
Nov 5, 2022

Pros and Cons of a HELOC

A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, gives you access to cash as needed based on the eq...

Kathryn Pomroy profile imageBy Kathryn Pomroy
Oct 27, 2022

Can You Pay Back a HELOC Early?

How does repayment work on a home equity line of credit (HELOC)? You can typically pay bac...

Karen Axelton profile imageBy Karen Axelton
Oct 25, 2022

How Does HELOC Repayment Work?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow money against the equity in your home...

Karen Axelton profile imageBy Karen Axelton
Oct 24, 2022

How Long Does It Take to Get a HELOC?

A HELOC is an attractive option for many borrowers, but it can take several weeks. Here's ...

Tim Maxwell profile imageBy Tim Maxwell
Oct 21, 2022

How Much Are Home Equity Loan or HELOC Closing Costs?

Many home equity loans and lines of credit charge closing costs, but that’s not always the...

Ben Luthi profile imageBy Ben Luthi
Jun 5, 2022

What’s the Smallest Home Equity Loan or HELOC You Can Get?

Home equity loans and HELOCs typically have a high minimum. Among major banks, the minimum...

Chris Horymski profile imageBy Chris Horymski
Apr 28, 2022

Can I Use a HELOC as My Emergency Fund?

You can get a HELOC to use in the case of an emergency, but there are some considerations ...

Ben Luthi profile imageBy Ben Luthi
Feb 2, 2022

Can a Home Equity Line of Credit Impact Your Credit Scores?

Using all your available credit, on even one account, is an indicator of high credit risk—...

Jennifer White profile imageBy Jennifer White
Jul 27, 2021

HELOC vs. Personal Loan: Which Is Better?

Personal loans and HELOCs can give you access to a loan that you can use for almost anythi...

Louis DeNicola profile imageBy Louis DeNicola
May 10, 2021

What Is a Draw Period on a HELOC?

A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, lets you borrow against the equity in your home an...

Karen Axelton profile imageBy Karen Axelton
Jan 27, 2021

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