Home Equity Loans and Lines of Credit

Tapping into your home’s equity is a smart, affordable way to finance what matters most.

Choose a fixed-rate Home Equity Loan for a lump-sum payout or a flexible Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) that lets you borrow as you need.

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Great Home Equity and HELOC Benefits in Maine


Lower Interest Rates

Access the funds you need with some of Maine’s most competitive rates.

Flexible Use of Funds

Use your loan or line of credit for nearly any purpose—from renovations to education or debt consolidation.

We Pay Your Closing Costs*

We’re committed to keeping your borrowing costs as low as possible.




Home Equity Loan

Let your existing home equity help pay for the next stage of your journey. Use it to fund home improvements, college tuition, a dream wedding, or a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Features:

  • Borrow what you need — your loan size depends on the equity you have in your home
  • Receive your money in one convenient lump sum
  • Low, fixed-rate loans with terms up to 15 years
  • Funds may be used for any purpose
  • We’ll pay your closing costs*

Invest in the things that matter to you. With great rates and predictable payments, it’s the sensible way to manage life’s major expenses.

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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)


Build the life you want with the convenience and affordability of a Home Equity Line of Credit. Get the on-hand credit you need to cover ongoing costs from a DIY project or business startup, or tap it for extra funds to deal with life’s surprises.

Features:

  • Borrow what you need as you need it
  • Enjoy interest-only monthly repayments
  • Access the funds you need through checks
  • A smart alternative to high-interest credit cards
  • We’ll pay your closing costs*

Stay flexible. A HELOC loan can help you handle irregular or unexpected costs better without breaking the bank.

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*Loan must remain open for three years. Estimated closing costs $600. Membership eligibility is required, including $5 minimum share account balance. Additional disclosures will be sent to you upon application submission. Property insurance required. Flood insurance required where applicable. All loans are subject to credit approval.




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Home Equity Options FAQs

You can use a Home Equity Loan or HELOC for pretty much anything you want. Many people reinvest the funds in their property through improvements or upgrades to their homes. Others choose to use their loans for debt consolidation, to fund major purchases, or to help pay college tuition. You can also use a HELOC to borrow money as you need it to support an ongoing project like a DIY renovation or a business startup.
The amount you can borrow in a home equity loan or HELOC depends on how much equity you have in your home (equity is the current market value of your home minus any outstanding mortgage balance). Lenders choose a preferred loan-to-value (LTV) ratio based on your income, creditworthiness, and other factors to determine how much of your equity you can borrow against.
Your interest payments may be tax-deductible if you use your loan to make qualifying improvements or upgrades to your primary residence or a second home. Check with your tax advisor for further details.
Most Home Equity Loans and HELOCs are approved in as little as two weeks from application to funding. Complex financials or higher loan amounts may take longer.

A HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) is a revolving line of credit that lets you borrow against your home’s equity as needed, similar to a credit card. A Home Equity Loan provides a lump sum loan amount upfront with a fixed interest rate and fixed monthly payments. HELOCs usually have variable interest rates, so annual percentage rate (APR) payments can change over time. With a HELOC, you can borrow, repay, and borrow again during the draw period, but with a home equity loan, you receive the full amount at once.

Home Equity Loans are ideal for one-time major expenses, while HELOCs offer flexible access to funds for ongoing or unexpected costs.






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