Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) enable homeowners to access the value of their homes, with HELOC being a revolving line of credit and home equity loan offering a lump-sum fixed rate.
Borrowers can choose from different HELOC options based on the amount needed, ranging from $100K for medium projects to $500K for substantial financing needs with varying repayment terms like 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 years.
Home equity signifies accumulated wealth based on the home's value owned by the homeowner, with options like HELOC or cash-out refinance available to leverage this equity for various financial needs.
Calculating home equity involves deducting the current mortgage balance from the home's appraised value; lenders typically approve loans based on loan-to-value ratio, with some requiring an LTV of 80% or less.