Home Equity Line of Credit
Learn About the Home Equity Line of Credit
What Is a Home Equity Line of Credit?
A Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC, lets you borrow against the equity or value in your home, access funds when you need them, and use those funds for home improvement, debt consolidation, or large expenses.
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Open a line of credit through a streamlined process
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No application fee, no origination fee, no closing costs2
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Maximum loan amount from $150,000 to $250,000
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Payment terms up to 30 years3
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Competitive rates and flexible repayment options
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Access a flexible line of credit to draw from as needed
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Get guidance from Keesler Federal lending specialists
Available on primary and secondary residences in the state of MS, LA, AL and FL only. Membership and credit eligibility required.
1APR is the annual percentage rate. Example: Monthly payments are approximately $228.75 for $30,000 borrowed at 6.75% APR over 240 months (20 years).
2Keesler Federal pays all closing costs.
310 year draw period followed by 20 years repayment period.
The Home Equity Line of Credit annual percentage rate (APR) is based on the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate (the “Index”) plus a margin ranging between 0.0 and 3.0%. The Floor Rate is 4% APR. The APR will vary quarterly but will not exceed 18% over the life of the loan. Based on the 1/01/26 Index value of 6.75% and a typical margin of 0.0%, the formula that will be used for subsequent monthly rate adjustments would result in a current APR of 6.75%. Repayment options will vary based on creditworthiness, loan-to-value percentages, and whether the mortgage securing your line is a first or second mortgage. Acceptable property insurance is required.
Keesler Federal Credit Union
2602 Pass Road
Biloxi, MS 39531
1-888-533-7537
How a Home Equity Line Works
Access your available credit when you need it and repay over time based on the amount you borrow.
Make payments over time based on the balance you use while keeping access to your available credit.
Home Equity Requirements
To qualify for a Home Equity Line of Credit, lenders review the equity in your home along with your financial profile. You can borrow up to 85% of the appraised value of your home, less the balance on your mortgage (based on credit score). Keesler Federal reviews:
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The equity in your home to support the credit line
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A qualifying credit history
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Income that supports the requested borrowing amount
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Property value confirmed during the loan review
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Property located in an eligible service area
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Membership eligibility with Keesler Federal
Ways to Use Home Equity
A Home Equity Line of Credit gives you flexible access to funds that can be used for a variety of financial needs. Many members use their home equity for projects, major expenses, or financial planning.
Some homeowners use home equity to consolidate higher-interest debt into one payment. This may help simplify finances and potentially lower overall interest costs.
A Home Equity Line of Credit can be used for large planned expenses such as education costs, medical expenses, or other major financial needs.
Some homeowners use home equity to consolidate higher-interest debt into one payment. This may help simplify finances and potentially lower overall interest costs.
A Home Equity Line of Credit can be used for large planned expenses such as education costs, medical expenses, or other major financial needs.
Home Equity FAQs
Find answers to common questions about home equity lines of credit, including eligibility, borrowing limits, and how the application process works.
The property or home must be located in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Florida.
Mortgage payments can be made online, over the phone, or in a branch. Balances will not show on a member receipt for payments made in branch.
Mortgage payments are due on the first of the month and accrue a late fee after the 15th if payment has not been received.
Payments are always due on the 15th of the month.
- Maximum Draw Period – 10 years
- Maximum Loan Term – 30 years
- Maximum Loan Amount – Up to $250,000
During the draw period of a home equity loan, the monthly payments are interest-only for the first 10 years. After the draw period ends, full principal and interest payments are required for the remaining 20 years. The exact amount of the monthly payment will depend on the interest rate and the outstanding balance of the home equity loan.
The home equity loan or line interest rate is based on the prime rate plus a margin determined by Keesler Federal, which is influenced by the member's credit score.
No. Home equity loans are for owner occupied primary residences and second homes.
No. All home construction must be 100% complete to qualify for a home equity loan.
Available in AL, FL, LA, and MS ONLY
You can borrow up to 90% of appraised value, less balance on 1st mortgage (based on credit score). • Max loan amounts from $150,000 to $250,000 • Minimum Loan amount $500.00
- Minimum Loan amount $500.00
Keesler Federal offers home loan terms of 10 to 30 years, with fixed or adjustable (ARM) interest rates.
- FHA
- VA
- Conventional
- USDA
- Construction Loan
- Nonconforming
- Land Loans (Fixed Rate & ARM)
Keesler Federal’s only in-house fees are the origination fee and processing fee. All other fees are outside fee (attorney fees, appraisal fee, credit report fee are a few) Funds will be collected to set up escrow account for taxes and insurance.
Property/Home must be located in the state of Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi or Florida.
Payments can be made online, over the phone or in a branch. Balances will not show on the member’s receipt for payments made within a branch. See all loan payment options here.
All mortgage payments are due on the 1st of the month, and will accrue a late fee after the 15th of each month if payment hasn’t been received. Please refer to your closing documents for amount.
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