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Home Equity Solutions

Need some cash to pay for a house project, tuition, or a recent setback? Your home equity could be the perfect way to take care of things. 

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Should you get a home equity loan or line of credit?

The answer comes down to timing. If you'll use the funds over a period of months or years, choose a home equity line of credit (HELOC). If you need the entire amount all at once, get a home equity loan. 

Borrow as you need

Home equity line of credit

7.99% APR1

Introductory APR for the first 6 billing cycles

Tap into your home's equity as needed with a HELOC. Continue to draw off of the available line amount throughout the draw period.

  • Line of credit amounts from $10,000 to $1 million
  • Variable interest rate based on The Wall Street Journal prime rate
  • 10-year draw period, 20-year repayment period1
  • No bank closing fees if HELOC remains open for 36 months
  • 0.25% interest rate discount with automatic monthly payments from a Flagstar account1

Home equity loan

 

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Borrow as you need

Home equity line of credit

7.99% APR1

Introductory APR for the first 6 billing cycles

Tap into your home's equity as needed with a HELOC. Continue to draw off of the available line amount throughout the draw period.

  • Line of credit amounts from $10,000 to $1 million
  • Variable interest rate based on The Wall Street Journal prime rate
  • 10-year draw period, 20-year repayment period1
  • No bank closing fees if HELOC remains open for 36 months
  • 0.25% interest rate discount with automatic monthly payments from a Flagstar account1

Lump-sum loan

Home equity loan

8.04% APR2

Rate includes a discount for automatic payments from a Flagstar deposit account.

If you’re looking for a one-time sum for, say, a kitchen or bathroom remodel, a home equity loan could be the way to go. It features fixed monthly payments for the life of the loan.

  • Loan amounts from $10,000 to $1 million
  • Fixed home equity rate for the life of your loan
  • Terms available for 10, 15, or 20 years
  • One-time, lump-sum payout for large expenses or purchases
  • 0.25% interest rate discount with automatic monthly payments from a Flagstar account2
 

1An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 7.99% is available for the first 6 billing cycles after the account open date when the initial draw at closing meets one of the following criteria: 1. For lines of credit greater than $50,000, initial draw must be the greater of 50% of the full line amount or $50,000. 2. For lines of credit less than or equal to $50,000, the initial draw must be the full line amount. Offer can expire at any time. Introductory rate not available for purchase transactions or lines of credit secured by secondary residences. APR of 8.99% following the introductory period for the first 6 billing cycles reflects a primary residence combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of 80% or lower,and a 0.25% interest rate discount that is available for HELOCs with monthly automatic payments (ACH) established and elected at the time of application to be paid from a borrower’s Flagstar Bank deposit account. Actual APR is variable for the life of the loan and will be based on the published Wall Street Journal prime rate (index) in effect, plus a margin determined by the borrower's credit qualifications, the amount of the line of credit, lien position, CLTV ratio, type of property, and other factors. Effective 05/13/2024, the current variable APR will range from 8.99% to 21.00%; it will not exceed 21.00% APR. Discounts will only apply after the introductory rate expires. Rates apply to new HELOC accounts and may not apply to existing HELOC accounts. Flagstar Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a variable rate, revolving line of credit secured by a primary residence(1- to 4- unit residential homes and modular homes) or secondary residence (1- unit residential homes). HELOC loan amounts can vary between $10,000 and $1 million with a combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of 85.00% or lower. Annual fee is $75 per year and is waived the first year. The HELOC must remain open for at least 36 months to avoid payment of closing fees, including, but not limited to, title, appraisal, document signing fee, and recording fees. Loan amounts greater than $500,000 require borrower-paid Lender's Title Insurance. Borrower is responsible for paying all applicable government taxes and fees at closing as permitted by law. There is a 10-year draw period in which minimum monthly payments are due. If interest-only payments are selected during the 10-year draw period, only paying the minimum payment may not reduce the principal balance. During the 20-year Repayment Period, if any, your minimum payment for each Billing Cycle will equal the greater of $100 or the amount sufficient to repay the Account Balance in full by the Maturity Date in substantially equal payments plus the Finance Charges that accrued for that Billing Cycle and other fees, charges, and costs. The borrower is responsible for separate payments of property taxes and insurance. Property insurance is required; if the collateral is determined to be in an area having special flood hazards, flood insurance will be required as well. The borrower must have verifiable income. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. For qualified borrowers.Subject to credit approval, underwriting approval, and lender terms and conditions. Properties in Texas: Limited to 1-unit residential properties. No annual fee or recapture of closing fees. Use of power of attorney, closing in trust or non-occupying co-borrowers are not eligible. Draw not required to be taken at closing, however, any draw taken during the draw period must be a minimum of $4,000.

2Flagstar Home Equity Loan (HELOAN) is a fixed-rate and term loan for loan amounts of $10,000 to $1 million with amortization options of 10, 15, and 20 years secured by primary residence; specifically, 1- to 4-unit residential homes and modular homes. The annual percentage rate (APR) of 8.04% APR is effective as of 12/3/2023. The APR calculation is based on a $75,000 loan amount, 20-year term loan in second lien position, with an 80% or lower combined loan-to-value (CLTV), and 240 monthly payments of $418.22, and reflects a 0.25% interest rate discount for monthly automatic payments established and elected at the time of application to be paid from a borrower's Flagstar Bank deposit account. The actual APR may vary due to loan programs being offered, lien position, credit history, rates in effect at the time of application, loan-to-value (LTV), amortization terms, and other factors. The APR is based on loan amount, loan term, interest rate, and includes an estimated 15 days of prepaid interest. The APR may change if the loan amount, interest rate, loan term, or number of days of prepaid interest changes. Interest rate discount of 0.25% is available for HELOANs with monthly automatic payments (ACH) established and elected at the time of application to be paid from a borrower’s Flagstar Bank deposit account. APR is subject to change at any time prior to consummation. No bank-imposed closing costs. Borrower will be responsible for prepaid interest and all applicable state and government specific charges and taxes. Property insurance is required; if the collateral is determined to be in an area having special flood hazards, flood insurance will be required as well. Borrower will make monthly principal and interest payments. Borrower is responsible for paying separate property taxes and insurance. Rates apply to new HELOAN accounts and may not apply to existing HELOAN accounts. Borrowers must have verifiable income. Offer not valid in Texas, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Not a commitment to lend. Programs available only to qualified borrowers. Subject to credit approval, underwriting approval, and lender terms and conditions. Programs subject to change without notice. HELOANs are only offered through a Retail Banking Branch. Some restrictions may apply.

 

1An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 7.99% is available for the first 6 billing cycles after the account open date when the initial draw at closing meets one of the following criteria: 1. For lines of credit greater than $50,000, initial draw must be the greater of 50% of the full line amount or $50,000. 2. For lines of credit less than or equal to $50,000, the initial draw must be the full line amount. Offer can expire at any time. Introductory rate not available for purchase transactions or lines of credit secured by secondary residences. APR of 8.99% following the introductory period for the first 6 billing cycles reflects a primary residence combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of 80% or lower,and a 0.25% interest rate discount that is available for HELOCs with monthly automatic payments (ACH) established and elected at the time of application to be paid from a borrower’s Flagstar Bank deposit account. Actual APR is variable for the life of the loan and will be based on the published Wall Street Journal prime rate (index) in effect, plus a margin determined by the borrower's credit qualifications, the amount of the line of credit, lien position, CLTV ratio, type of property, and other factors. Effective 05/13/2024, the current variable APR will range from 8.99% to 21.00%; it will not exceed 21.00% APR. Discounts will only apply after the introductory rate expires. Rates apply to new HELOC accounts and may not apply to existing HELOC accounts. Flagstar Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a variable rate, revolving line of credit secured by a primary residence(1- to 4- unit residential homes and modular homes) or secondary residence (1- unit residential homes). HELOC loan amounts can vary between $10,000 and $1 million with a combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of 85.00% or lower. Annual fee is $75 per year and is waived the first year. The HELOC must remain open for at least 36 months to avoid payment of closing fees, including, but not limited to, title, appraisal, document signing fee, and recording fees. Loan amounts greater than $500,000 require borrower-paid Lender's Title Insurance. Borrower is responsible for paying all applicable government taxes and fees at closing as permitted by law. There is a 10-year draw period in which minimum monthly payments are due. If interest-only payments are selected during the 10-year draw period, only paying the minimum payment may not reduce the principal balance. During the 20-year Repayment Period, if any, your minimum payment for each Billing Cycle will equal the greater of $100 or the amount sufficient to repay the Account Balance in full by the Maturity Date in substantially equal payments plus the Finance Charges that accrued for that Billing Cycle and other fees, charges, and costs. The borrower is responsible for separate payments of property taxes and insurance. Property insurance is required; if the collateral is determined to be in an area having special flood hazards, flood insurance will be required as well. The borrower must have verifiable income. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. For qualified borrowers.Subject to credit approval, underwriting approval, and lender terms and conditions. Properties in Texas: Limited to 1-unit residential properties. No annual fee or recapture of closing fees. Use of power of attorney, closing in trust or non-occupying co-borrowers are not eligible. Draw not required to be taken at closing, however, any draw taken during the draw period must be a minimum of $4,000.

 

CONSIDERATIONS: The annual percentage rate (APR), fees and charges may vary by product and property state. Consolidating or refinancing debt may increase the time and/or the finance charges/total loan amount required to repay the debt. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest. Important information will be provided to you in the disclosures you receive after we have received your application and within the loan documents you are provided at loan closing.

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