HELOC & Home Equity Loans
Answers to the questions I hear most from buyers, homeowners, and investors.
HELOC
✓ Revolving line of credit
✓ Draw funds as needed
✓ Variable rate (typically prime + margin)
✓ 10-year draw period, 20-year repayment
✓ Interest-only payments during draw
✓ Reuse as you pay it down
✓ Draw funds as needed
✓ Variable rate (typically prime + margin)
✓ 10-year draw period, 20-year repayment
✓ Interest-only payments during draw
✓ Reuse as you pay it down
HELOAN (Home Equity Loan)
✓ Lump sum disbursement
✓ Fixed rate and fixed payment
✓ 10, 15, 20, or 30-year terms
✓ Predictable monthly payment
✓ Best for one-time large expenses
✓ No surprises — rate never changes
✓ Fixed rate and fixed payment
✓ 10, 15, 20, or 30-year terms
✓ Predictable monthly payment
✓ Best for one-time large expenses
✓ No surprises — rate never changes
HELOC vs. HELOAN vs. Cash-Out Refi
If your current first mortgage rate is low, a HELOC or HELOAN preserves that rate while letting you access equity through a second lien. A cash-out refinance replaces your entire mortgage — only worth it if you can also improve your first mortgage rate. Most of my clients with rates below 5% go the HELOC/HELOAN route. I shop both products across my lender network to find the best combination of rate, fees, and terms for your situation. Common uses: home improvements, debt consolidation, investment, education, and emergency reserves.
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Andrew Baker · NMLS 2688601 · (949) 665-9090
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