Home equity loan vs. Home equity line of credit
A home equity loan can be obtained in a lump sum or used as a revolving home equity line of credit. A home equity loan can be either of the following:
- A fixed rate mortgage
- An adjustable rate mortgage
A homeowner who requires more money in large amounts usually applies for a home equity loan. Some expenses that make a home equity loan useful are:
- Debt consolidation
- Home repairs
- Medical bills
- College tuition for family members
Tax benefits of home equity loans
A home equity loan is also beneficial because the home equity loan rate charged is usually tax deductible, as the loan is used for its primary functions. You can use a home equity loan calculator to check what various home equity loan rates will mean for your monthly payments.
