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 costs1
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Maximum loan amount from $150,000 to $250,000
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Payment terms up to 30 years2
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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.
1Keesler Federal pays all closing costs.
210 year draw period followed by 20 years repayment period.
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.
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.
- Maximum Draw Period – 10 years
- Maximum Loan Term – 30 years
- Maximum Loan Amount – Up to $250,000
You can borrow up to 90% of appraised value, less balance on 1st mortgage (based on credit score).
- Maximum loan amounts from $150,000 to $250,000
- Minimum loan amount $500.00
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