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Home Equity Loans

Put your home’s equity to work

The financing option you’re looking for is just outside your front door. You can turn the equity in your home into an affordable fixed rate loan that can be used for a variety of needs: Home improvements, debt consolidation, education expenses, large purchases and more! Home Equity Loans are not available on condominiums, nor in the states of Texas, Hawaii, and New York.

  • For well-qualified borrowers.
  • One-time disbursement 2nd mortgage loan that can be paid back over 7, 10, or 12 years.
  • For primary single-family residences only.
  • Minimum loan amount - $30,000; Maximum loan amount - $100,000.
  • You can borrow up to 80% of the current value of your home (minus your 1st mortgage loan balance).
  • Fixed Rates starting at 5.875 % (6.44% APR)*.

The financing option you’re looking for is just outside your front door. You can turn the equity in your home into an affordable fixed rate loan that can be used for a variety of needs: Home improvements, debt consolidation, education expenses, large purchases and more! Home Equity Loans are not available on condominiums, nor in the states of Texas, Hawaii, and New York.

  • For well-qualified borrowers.
  • One-time disbursement 2nd mortgage loan that can be paid back over 7, 10, or 12 years.
  • For primary single-family residences only.
  • Minimum loan amount - $30,000; Maximum loan amount - $100,000.
  • You can borrow up to 80% of the current value of your home (minus your 1st mortgage loan balance).
  • Fixed Rates starting at 5.875 % (6.44% APR)*.

Frequently asked questions about home equity loans

Do you offer HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit)?

We do not currently offer HELOCs. However, we do offer a home equity loan as a strong alternative.

Our home equity loan is a fixed-rate, one-time disbursement second mortgage that may be a good fit for home improvements, debt consolidation, education expenses, or other major purchases.

Because it is not a revolving line of credit like a HELOC, it is generally best for members who know about how much they want to borrow upfront and prefer predictable monthly payments.

How do I apply for a home equity loan?

To get started, visit our mortgage loan page and click Apply Online.

You will be asked to create an account before beginning your application. This allows you to save your progress and return later if needed.

When prompted for the loan purpose, select Cash-Out Refinance, since you are borrowing against the equity in your home.

Once your application is submitted, a mortgage loan originator will typically contact you within one business day. They will be your main point of contact and guide you through the process all the way to closing.

How much can I borrow with a home equity loan?

In most cases, you may be able to borrow up to 80% of your home's current value, minus the balance of your existing first mortgage.

For example, if your home is appraised at $300,000 and you owe $200,000 on your first mortgage, you may be able to borrow up to $40,000. That is because 80% of $300,000 is $240,000, and $240,000 minus $200,000 equals $40,000.

LutheranFCU members with home equity loans

You have three easy options to get more information about your existing home equity loan:

  1. Visit the “Access Existing Mortgage” section at the bottom of our mortgage center.

  2. Servicing Phone: 1 (833) 811-0350 (Live representative available from 8am–8pm CST)

  3. Servicing Email: mortgageservicing@truhome.com

NMLS #1301052

Disclaimer


*APR is the Annual Percentage Rate. Rate referenced above is the lowest rate possible for qualified borrowers and is based on underwriting criteria, credit score and term of loan. APR example is a home equity loan on a primary single family residence located in St. Louis County, MO for $75,000 with a repayment period of 84 months. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Rates are subject to change at any time. Your APR will vary based on your final loan amount, closing costs, and finance charges.