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Advantages of a home equity line of credit

Homeowners may find it necessary either to remodel their home or go in for a home improvement project like replacing windows, doors or even kitchen, will have options of either going for a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit. It all depends on the size of the project that drives the type of loan to go for. For small projects it is better to go for a home equity line of credit. Once this credit is paid off, the home equity line of credit can be used to finance new projects.

The advantages of a home equity line of credit are:
• The money is available when needed.
• Once a home equity line of credit is paid off, money is still available for new projects.
• Tax benefits (consult a tax advisor).
 

With interest rates being low at present, even if someone has an idea of a home improvement project, say 2 years down the road, it is worthwhile to advance the project. Usually a home equity line of credit is tied to the prime rate. Depending on the prime rate, one can decide whether to pay off the home equity line of credit or extend the repayment period.