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HELOC

American

[hee-lok] / ˈhi lɒk /

noun

Personal Finance.

home equity line of credit: a loan in which the borrower receives a line of credit, typically for a period of five to ten years, that can be drawn on as needed, using the equity in a home as collateral.

Etymology

Origin of HELOC

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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The short answer: Use the HELOC, maybe helped by your RMDs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Like a HELOC, a home-equity loan uses the equity you’ve built up in your home.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2023

Alternatives to a HELOC: There are state and local programs that may assist with home repairs.

From Washington Post • Aug. 10, 2022

These loans are typically smaller than the amount offered with a HELOC, but they will at least allow you to take care of the plumbing and mold.

From Slate • Jul. 2, 2022

When you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it terminates your liability on both the primary mortgage and the HELOC.

From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 26, 2018

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