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TD Home Equity FlexLine (HELOC)
Our take on a home equity line of credit (HELOC)
What is a home equity line of credit (HELOC)?
A HELOC is an alternative to a mortgage. You get the option to borrow only what you need, as you need it. Plus, as it is secured by your real estate, you may get the benefit of an interest rate that is lower when compared to unsecured credit interest rates.
What is a TD Home Equity FlexLine (HELOC)?
TD Home Equity FlexLine is a way to use your most powerful borrowing tool – your home. As you pay back the amount you owe, the amount of credit available to you increases until it reaches your credit limit. It’s available when you need it, through a variety of convenient options, 24/71.
Benefits of a HELOC
What should you consider?
TD Home Equity FlexLine vs. a mortgage
TD Home Equity FlexLine (HELOC) and a mortgage are both credit products where your home acts as collateral. However, here are some key differences:
With a mortgage:
You get a loan for a single amount. That amount plus interest must be paid back over time.
With a TD Home Equity FlexLine:
You gain ongoing access to credit (Revolving portion)1. As you pay down your outstanding balance, your available credit increases up to your credit limit. You can also add a term portion at any time3.
Yes, you can have both. You may also be able to use a TD Home Equity FlexLine (HELOC) to pay out a mortgage. However, to do that you might have to pay mortgage prepayment charges. Get advice for your personal financial situation by connecting with a mortgage specialist.
On a Revolving portion you can:
- Borrow up to the credit limit of the HELOC and get a variable interest rate that changes with TD Prime Rate.
- As you pay down your outstanding balance, your available credit increases up to your credit limit1.
- You can pay at your own pace without prepayment charges - pay as little as interest only or pay any or all of your outstanding balance at any time1.