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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

5.49% APR* Fixed for Your First 12 Months

With a minimum draw of $10,000 at closing!1

Home Equity Line Of Credit (HELOC)

Whether it's a planned purchase, unexpected expense, or way to consolidate debt, a Home Equity Line Of Credit (HELOC) gives you quick access to the money you need now!

Features
  • 10-year advance period and 10-year repayment period2
  • 3.50% floor rate2
  • Quick approvals
  • No annual fee
  • Competitive interest rates
  • Interest-only payment options during the advance period2
  • Review and sign some of your closing documents electronically with a electronic closing options*
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A conversation is a great place to start. Connect with an Mortgage Loan Officer to ask questions, explore your home equity options, and understand how a home equity loan could work for you.

Home Equity Loan Calculator

See how much equity you may have in your home and explore your potential borrowing options. Enter a few details to get an estimate based on your home's value and existing mortgage balance.

Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage

Access your home's equity without changing your existing mortgage. A fixed-rate second mortgage provides a lump sum with a fixed interest rate, making it an option for larger expenses like home renovations, major purchases, or other planned costs.

 

Advantages of a Second Mortgage
  • Keep Your Existing Mortgage: Access your home equity without refinancing your first mortgage.
  • Fixed Interest Rate: Your rate stays the same throughout the loan term, with consistent principal and interest payments.
  • Potential Tax Benefits: Interest may be tax-deductible in certain situations. Consult your tax advisor to understand what applies to you.
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Home Equity Loans - AACU Home Equity FAQs

A HELOC can supply funds toward a down payment on another property, since it draws against your current home's equity rather than tying to a specific purchase. Lenders on the new purchase will still evaluate your full debt load. Compare a cash-out Refinance as an alternative way to access equity.

A HELOC includes a 10-year advance period followed by a 10-year repayment period, during which you pay down both principal and interest. Extra payments during the advance period can reduce your balance faster. Compare Personal Loans if a fixed repayment schedule fits your budget better.

AACU members commonly use home equity for renovations, debt consolidation, education costs, or major purchases through a HELOC or fixed-rate second mortgage. The best structure depends on whether you need ongoing access or a lump sum. Talk to a Mortgage Loan Officer to compare both options.

Monthly HELOC payments during the advance period equal the greater of $50 or accrued finance charges, then shift to principal-and-interest payments during the 10-year repayment period. Your specific payment depends on your balance and rate. Compare Home Loans for other AACU financing options.

A promotional HELOC rate requires opening a Cash Rewards or Cash Back Rewards Checking account with a qualifying recurring direct deposit. Without that account, the standard variable rate applies instead. Compare Cash Rewards Checking to see if you qualify for the promotional rate.

*APR=Annual Percentage Rate is effective 10/27/2026 and includes origination fees based on product type. Rates are subject to change.

Disclosures

1 To qualify for the promotional rate, you must open a Cash Rewards Checking account or a Cash Back Rewards Checking account and establish a qualifying recurring direct deposit; examples of qualifying direct deposits include, but are not limited to: payroll, Social Security, pension and government benefits. Deposits made through a teller, Zelle® transactions, ATM, or the AACU mobile app are ineligible direct deposits. HELOC Promotional rate is a temporary fixed-rate and applies only if a minimum $10,000 Home Equity Line of Credit advance is completed at time of loan closing. Promotional rate will apply to future advances from the date of closing until 12 months thereafter. After 12 months from the date of loan closing the promotional rate will revert to the applicable rate as stated in the Home Equity Line of Credit Agreement. This promotional offer is available to new HELOCs or existing HELOCs that were originated more than twelve (12) months prior to the application date. Existing HELOCs originated within the past 12 months are not eligible. Rates may vary after account is opened. Rates are adjusted on the first day of the month following a change in the Prime Rate, as published in the Wall Street Journal. The Prime Rate in effect on 12/10/2025, is 6.75%. Offer subject to change at any time without notice.

2 APR=Annual Percentage Rate. APR is determined by adding a Margin to the Index. The Index is the Prime Rate as published in the “Money Rates” table in The Wall Street Journal. The Margin is calculated based on individual credit history and loan-to-value ratio. Rates subject to change without notice. Rates may vary after account is opened. Rates are adjusted on the first day of the month following a change in the Prime Rate, as published in the Wall Street Journal. The Prime Rate in effect on 09/16/2026, is 7.00%. At no time, will the rate exceed 17.99% APR. Minimum loan amount is $10,000. Maximum loan amount is $250,000. During the Advance Period, the minimum monthly payment is the greater of $50.00 or the finance charges that have accrued during the billing cycle. During the Repayment Period, the minimum monthly payment is the greater of $50.00 or the minimum monthly principal and interest payment due based on a 120 month amortization schedule calculated by the outstanding balance at the end of the Advance Period, plus finance charges that have accrued on the outstanding balance during the billing cycle. There is no limit on the amount by which the rate can change during any one-year period aside from the rate cap of 17.99%. Floor rate 3.5%. The maximum APR of 17.99% could be reached the first month of the draw period. Closing cost range is $400-$2,000. Late fees may apply. For current index value, margins, and APR, call 800.223.1983. Restrictions and requirements may apply. Ask a mortgage loan officer for details. Membership requirements apply. Equal Housing Lender. Please Note: Colorado Properties Only

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