Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes.HELOCs come in various amounts like $100K, $250K, and $500K, offering different borrowing capacities for different needs.Repayment terms vary from 5 years to 30 years, with shorter terms for quicker payoffs and longer terms for lower monthly payments.HELOC rates are tied closely to banks and are expected to increase as the Federal Reserve plans to raise interest rates.