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  • Understanding Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
    • How Does a HELOC Work?
    • Advantages of HELOCs
      • 1. Flexibility and Accessibility
        • 2. Lower Interest Rates
          • 3. Tax Benefits
            • 4. Interest-Only Payment Options
            • Disadvantages of HELOCs
              • 1. Risk to Your Home
                • 2. Variable Interest Rates
                  • 3. Fees and Costs
                    • 4. Property Value Fluctuations
                    • Best Uses for a HELOC
                      • Risk Mitigation Strategies
                        • Making Your Decision

                          Pros and Cons of Getting a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

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                          A balanced scale with a house on one side and a stack of cash on the other, symbolizing the pros and cons of a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC).
                          Published January 19, 2025
                          Last Updated May 30, 2025
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