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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Use a HELOC to consolidate high-interest debt, do home renovations or make a large purchase.

Home Equity Line of Credit as Low As¹

APR Effective 4/15/2025*

5.99%
%
APR

Home Equity Line of Credit: Introductory Rate

Special introductory APR for six months.³

Later: 7.74%
%
APR

Home Equity Line of Credit

Standard variable APR after the introductory period.

7.74
%
APR

Fixed Rate Advance

*See important information about rates, fees and other costs

Special Introductory Rate Offer

Apply for a new home equity line of credit (HELOC) and get a fixed rate as low as 5.99% APR3 for six months when you apply by October 15, 2025.1 After the introductory period, your rates will range from 7.74% to 10.59% variable APR based on your credit.2 This offer is restricted to owner occupied properties.

Features & Benefits

HELOC allows you to access money by borrowing against your home's equity. HELOCs are great for home improvement projects, debt consolidations, and paying ongoing expenses over time. BECU's HELOCs offer:

  • Low-interest-only payments during 10-year draw period
  • Option to lock in your rate on up to three loan amounts3
  • Loans up to $500,000
  • No appraisal costs, title insurance fees, document mailing fees, escrow fees
  • No origination fees, annual fee or application fee
  • Access to funds when you need them

Fixed Interest-Rate Advance3

You can take out any sum up to your HELOC maximum at any time, however, there are benefits of locking in the rate on larger sums.

Here's how it works:

  • Select any sum of $5,000 or higher (up to the total of your loan amount).
  • You can have up to three different fixed-rate loans at one time.
  • You select the term of the loan up to 15 years.
  • Make payments toward both principal and interest.4

Lock in your rate in Online Banking or drop by a BECU location.

Contact BECU

Questions? Drop by a location, or schedule a time to talk to a BECU member consultant or give us a call at 844-BECULOAN (844-232-8562).

Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer can be made in Online Banking, by phone or at an NFC.

BECU's HELOC interest rates are based on the Wall Street Journal prime rate as of the last day of the prior month plus a margin. The variable rate is subject to change with the change in prime rate.

You have the option to lock in a fixed rate (minimum $5000) on all or any portion of your variable rate balances at any time.

  • Any portion of the balances not converted to a fixed rate option will continue to have a variable rate and minimum payment in addition to the fixed rate payment.
  • You can have up to 3 fixed rate options in place at any time.
  • Locking in a fixed rate can be done in online banking, by phone or at an in one of our locations.

The interest may be tax-deductible; however, the eligibility depends on various factors. Please consult with your tax advisor.5

The quoted APR ranges are accurate as of 04/15/2025 and are subject to change.

1Financing is subject to BECU membership, credit approval and other underwriting criteria; not every applicant will qualify. Only your primary residence qualifies for this intro APR. BECU must be able to perfect a first or second mortgage lien on your one-to-four family residence. Borrower will not have to pay any upfront fees to open the HELOC in normal circumstances. Borrower is required to pay for optional services (e.g., if Borrower retains an attorney that Borrower is not required to use). In South Carolina, where the law requires use of an attorney, BECU will be solely responsible for paying all attorneys' fees and costs necessary to open the HELOC and will perform this responsibility fully by paying all reasonable attorneys' fees and costs related specifically to the closing based on rates typically charged by attorneys in the local market for the closing of similar HELOC transactions. If the title report shows more than one existing lien, judgments, deceased owners or other title issues, or if the appraisal shows problems with the subject property, however, then Borrower may be required to pay third parties to subordinate or otherwise resolve such title issues and/or to repair or otherwise resolve such property problems. These third-party charges may range from an average of $150.00 to $775.00 based on the specific circumstance. This range of charges does not include estimates for the costs of home repairs. Additional state or local mortgage fees or taxes may apply. Borrower will be required to pay for hazard insurance (including flood insurance, if applicable) throughout the term of the HELOC. When the HELOC terminates, Borrower will be required to pay a reconveyance fee of up to $327.50. This fee must also be paid when refinancing your existing BECU HELOC with a new HELOC - this fee is subject to change at any time. Loan programs, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

2During the HELOC intro period your minimum payment amount may be less. During the intro period and after, your monthly payment will equal the amount of accrued interest, subject to the lesser of $100 or your outstanding balance. Because the minimum monthly payment during the draw period is interest only, your principal balance may not be reduced. At the end of the draw period, your monthly payment will increase and equal the amount of principal and interest necessary to pay off the loan balance by the end of the 180-month repayment period. Your payments during both the draw and repayment periods will not include amounts due for property taxes and insurance. The APRs for BECU's HELOCs are variable and are based on the highest Prime Rate as published in the Wall Street Journal on the last day of the previous month plus an applicable margin. Current HELOC rates range from 7.74% APR – 10.84% APR as of 4/15/2025 and are subject to change. The maximum APR that can apply to BECU's HELOCs is 18%. APRs do not include costs other than interest.

3The six-month introductory offer applies to applications received between 4/15/2025 to 10/15/2025. The APR for line of credit advances during the intro period will be 5.99%-7.99%, based on creditworthiness, for six months from date of account origination. After that, your APR will range from 7.74% to 10.59% as of 4/15/2025. This APR is based on the Prime Rate in effect on the last day of the previous month, plus a margin, but will never exceed 18.00% or go below 3.25%. The APR for Fixed Rate Advances (FRA) currently ranges from 7.74% to 10.59% as of 4/15/2025, the FRA APR will be the rate in effect when the FRA is established, which can only occur once the HELOC funds and an advance is taken. Your specific APR(s) is determined by your creditworthiness and property.

4There is no distinction between the draw and repayment periods for Fixed Rate Advances (FRA). Your monthly payment for any FRA will immediately equal the amount of principal and interest necessary to pay off the FRA balance by the end of the FRA's term.

5Information contained on this website does not constitute legal or tax advice. Individuals should consult with their financial adviser and/or attorney for advice.