Unlock your home's equity
Access a lump sum against your equity with a fixed-rate second mortgage without changing your current mortgage rate. It is ideal for renovations, debt consolidation, or major purchases.
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Access your equity, keep your mortgage.
Perfect for homeowners who need flexible access to their home equity without changing their first mortgage.
Property Types
Residential
Occupancy
Primary, second home & investment
Structure
Fixed-rate second mortgage
Keep Your First Mortgage
Borrow against your equity without refinancing or changing your current rate.
$150K+
No maximum loan amount
Financing up to 90% LTV
Tap Your Equity
Borrow a lump sum against your equity without refinancing your first mortgage.
NationwideAvailable Nationwide
Available in all 50 states.
Common-Sense Qualifying
Approval built around strong borrowers, not just a checklist.
From 10%
Down payment
50–55%
DTI
660+
Credit score
Do you qualify for this loan?
Here's what you need to qualify. Even if you don't meet every criterion, reach out. We'll help you find a path that works.
660+
Credit
You'll need a 660 score or better to qualify, with flexibility for strong financials.
From 10%
Down Payment
Down payments start at 10%, depending on your credit and loan amount.
1–3%
Closing Costs
Plan for roughly 1–3% of the amount you're financing to cover closing costs.
Under 55%
Debt
Less than 55% of your income should be going toward paying debt.
Home Equity Loans FAQs
Answers to the questions we hear most often about home equity loans.
A Home Equity Loan, often called a second mortgage, allows you to borrow a lump sum of money against the equity you've built in your home. It typically offers a fixed interest rate and consistent monthly payments, separate from your primary mortgage.
For a home equity loan, you can get traditional preapproval or what is called "No doc" preapproval for those who are self-employed. Here is what is required for each:
For self-employed borrowers:
- Minimum of 12 months business or personal bank statements
- Minimum of 1 year of Profit and Loss Statement Balance
- Minimum of 1 year 1099
- 2 months personal asset statements
- Drivers license
- CPA letter to attest to your ownership
For traditional borrowers:
- 2 years W2
- 2 years personal & 2 business tax returns (If applicable)
- 30 days pay stubs
- 2 months personal asset statements
- Drivers license
You may prefer a Home Equity Loan if:
- You don't want to refinance and change the terms or interest rate of your existing mortgage.
- You require a lump sum for specific projects like home renovations, debt consolidation, or other significant expenses.
- You want predictable, fixed payments separate from your first mortgage.
A Home Equity Loan provides a separate, second mortgage without altering your primary mortgage, allowing you to keep your original mortgage rate intact. A Cash-Out Refinance replaces your current mortgage entirely, potentially altering your interest rate and terms, while providing cash based on your home's equity.
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