Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes, with a home equity loan being a fixed-rate lump sum and a HELOC a variable-rate second mortgage.
Different loan amounts are suitable for various financial needs, with $100K, $250K, and $500K HELOCs offering increasing borrowing power for projects and investments.
Terms ranging from 5 to 30 years provide flexibility in repayment options, catering to different financial goals and project sizes.
Home equity contributes to building wealth by increasing net worth, with equity calculated as the home's value minus the mortgage balance, affecting loan approval and financial planning.