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Compare Home Equity Loan Accounts

See how they compare side-by-side.

Second mortgage

HELOC

Type
Closed end loan
Revolving line of credit
Term
5, 10, 15 years
5 year draw period
Rate
Fixed for entire term
Variable based on Prime Rate
Interest only payments
No
Yes
Monthly payments
Fixed for entire term
Variable based on balance

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