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Home Equity Line of Credit

Funds as you need them.


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If you are uncertain how much you will need to borrow, or if you need access to funds over a period of time, our HELOC may be the right choice for you.

Before you begin the application process, we recommend clicking the buttons below to gather important information regarding our loan process. When you are ready, click "apply for a HELOC" to begin the application process online.

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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Rates & Terms

The APR will vary based on the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate which was 8.50% as of 7/27/2023. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice.

Interest Rate Minimum Advance Closing Costs
8.50% APR* $5,000** NONE**

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. The APR is variable and is based on the Wall Street Journal U.S. Prime Rate. The maximum APR will not exceed 18% and the minimum APR will not be reduced below 3% at any time during the term of the plan.

**If you chose to participate in our current Home Equity Line-of-Credit Plan Promotion, Eglin FCU will pay closing costs for bona-fide third party fees (except for an appraisal or costs associated with a purchase/deed) up to $3,000. Member agrees to reimburse Eglin Federal Credit Union for the bona-fide third party fees paid if the Plan is closed within 36-months of the loan origination date. A minimum advance of $5,000 will be required at closing with this promotion.

Maximum Loan Amounts & Restrictions - Home Equity Line of Credit

  1. All applicants must be a member of EFCU.
  2. Loans from $5,000 to $200,000.
  3. Must be a primary residence and owner-occupied.
  4. Must be a single-family residence home (Not available on townhomes, mobile homes, or condominiums).
  5. Available for first or second mortgages (Only one Eglin FCU Home Equity Line-of-Credit is permitted on the subject property at any given time).
  6. Subject property must be located in one of the following Florida counties: Okaloosa, Escambia, Santa Rosa, Walton, Bay, Holmes, or Washington.
  7. Must have a current homeowner’s insurance policy that covers the replacement cost of all improvements.
  8. If the subject property is located in a flood zone, flood insurance will be required. A flood determination will be ordered through our third-party service provider.
  9. Subject to credit/underwriting approval.
  10. Subject to loan-to-value. Loan-to-value is determined by 80% of the appraised value, or in some cases 100% of the tax-assessed value, minus the outstanding balance of the first mortgage. If an appraisal is required, an appraisal deposit (maximum $500) will be collected prior to ordering the appraisal.
  11. Must have clear title prior to closing/funding the loan. If there are any liens in second position, those liens would have to be satisfied or subordinated in order to secure this loan.
  12. Our HELOCs have a 10-year draw period followed by a 20-year repayment period.
  13. Consult a tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest on this loan.

Buy a home.
The choice is easy. Eglin FCU members benefit from lower closing costs with NO ORIGINATION FEES and NO LENDER FEES.
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Refinance your home with Eglin FCU for a lower interest rate or "cash out" and never pay ORIGINATION FEES or LENDERS FEES.
Get cash.
Take advantage of the equity in your home to fund home improvement projects, large purchases or consolidate debt using a Home Equity Loan or HELOC from EFCU.
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Whether purchasing land as a long-term investment or to build your new home, Eglin FCU can help provide the funds to get you there.
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