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What is a home equity loan?
A home equity loan makes it possible for you to turn the equity in your home into cash in your pocket. This type of loan typically provides access to a lump sum of cash at a low, fixed rate. You pay it back over a set period of time with a fixed monthly payment.
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Borrow up to 90% CLTV
Lock in your rate with Discover on a home equity loan between $35,000 and $300,000 up to 90% combined loan-to-value (CLTV).
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Fixed Repayment Terms
Find the monthly payment amount that's right for your budget with fixed terms of 10, 15, 20, or 30 years.
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$0 Costs at Closing
Tap into your equity with $0 application fees, $0 appraisal fees, $0 origination fees, $0 processing fees, and $0 charges at closing.
Home Equity Loan: Rates, terms, and fees
Interest Rates
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Fixed interest rates from x.xx% - xx.xx% APR |
Loan Amounts |
$35,000-$300,000 |
Payments |
Fixed Monthly Payments |
Terms |
10, 15, 20 & 30 Years |
Application Fees |
$0 |
Origination Fees |
$0 |
Appraisal Fees |
$0 |
Costs Required at Closing |
$0 |
Find the Home Equity Loan options that work for you
See how much you could borrow
Pay off debt & check your savings
Check your fixed rate & payment
Turn your home equity into cash
Home Equity Loan uses
- Consolidate Your Debts
- Improve Your Home
- Refinance Your Mortgage
- Pay for Major Expenses
Our debt consolidation customers erase an average of $xxx off their monthly payments!1
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Monthly Payments
From credit cards & loans totaling $xx,xxx
AFTER
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Fixed Monthly Payments
30 yr. term $xx,xxx at x.xx% APR2
(excludes taxes & insurance)
Savings of $xxx per month. That's $xx,xxx for the year!1
Find your low,
fixed rate
Use our Rate Calculator to find the rate and monthly payment that fits your budget.
Make it the home of your dreams.
Make Big Upgrades
$35,000 - $300,000 is enough money to renovate or expand your living space.
Save With Low, Fixed Rates
Get a low monthly payment and zero origination fees or cash required at closing.
Did you know?
The home equity you’ve earned can be used in a multitude of ways.
Refinance and cash out with a new rate and term.
We Have Your Needs Covered
We can refinance your original mortgage, a HELOC, or an old home equity loan.
Get a New Rate And Term
Put yourself back in control of a better financial situation. Zero origination fees.
Get your rate
in minutes
$0 Application Fees.
$0 Origination Fees.
$0 Cash Required at Closing.
Imagine what your home equity could provide.
Get Cash to Meet Your Needs
Pay the tuition of a loved one. Have the perfect wedding. Cover any healthcare bills.
Feel Secure About Your Rate
The low, fixed rate and payment you'll get from Discover won't ever change.
Did you know?
The home equity you’ve earned can be used in a multitude of ways.
Here’s what customers are saying about Discover Home Equity Loans
Here’s what customers are saying about Discover Home Equity Loans
Easy smooth process all the way through. No closing cost and competitive interest rate were the icing on the cake. Nice job!
Christopher B., TX, 3/5/2024
The process was overall very easy. The portal was super helpful to upload the documents and keep track of any new requests. The team was super communicative which was much appreciated!
Melissa W., MA, 3/12/2024
You did great walking me through the process and what documents were required. It was all virtual. Didn't require extensive appointments.
Stephanie H., FL, 3/19/2024
Applying is simple from start to finish
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Getting the Basics
Around 1-2 Weeks
Apply online or over the phone to review your loan options, then upload required documents. We’ll confirm your initial eligibility.
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Processing Your Info
Around 4 Weeks
We’ll gather third-party information about your home and then send your complete application to underwriting for a final decision.
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Closing Your Loan
Around 1-2 Weeks
We’ll contact you to schedule your closing and then arrange for your loan funds to be sent to your accounts.
Home Equity Loan questions & answers
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Please note: Discover Home Loans offers a home equity loan product, but does not offer HELOCs.
A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a type of credit account that lets you borrow money against the value of your home. Because the money you borrow is a secured debt that uses your home as collateral, you can typically obtain a lower interest rate on a HELOC or other home equity loan than you could get for other types of consumer loans.
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There are many differences between a home equity loan vs HELOC. For example, a home equity loan comes with fixed rates and a lump sum of cash while a HELOC comes with variable rates and a line of credit. Regardless of which you choose, both a home equity loan and HELOC can help finance major projects like home renovations.
Discover offers home equity loan and mortgage refinance products but does not offer HELOCs.
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A fixed interest rate on your home equity loan means you will make stable and predictable interest payments towards your loan balance for the life of the loan.
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Mortgage providers will base the home equity loan options you receive on your available equity, income, debt, and credit history. Compare the loan amounts, rates, terms, and fees of these options to make an informed decision.
Discover Home Loans has resources and calculators to help you determine what works best for you.
You can calculate the amount of equity you have in your home and how much you can borrow using our loan amount calculator. Then try our monthly payment calculator to see what your monthly payment could be.
It’s also a good idea to use our debt consolidation calculator to see how much you could save each month by consolidating debts with your loan.
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With Discover, you will not have to pay any application fees, origination fees, or appraisal fees. Since a home equity loan is a secured debt that uses your home as collateral, the average interest rate is typically lower than what you'll pay on an average credit card or other form of unsecured debt.
Your Home Equity Loan Guide
Find more in-depth information about home equity loans, different home equity products, and market insights.
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Start your home equity loan application online or give us a call.