Navy federal home equity line of credit rates

Navy Federal Home Equity Loans is offered by Navy Federal Credit Union (NMLS #399807), a credit union founded in 1933 and based in Vienna, VA. Navy Federal Home Equity Loans is available in 31 states (and Washington, DC).

How much can you borrow with a Navy Federal Home Equity Loans home equity loan?

A home equity loan allows homeowners to borrow money using their home as collateral (similar to a mortgage). Loan amounts vary depending on the value of the home minus the balance of any mortgages or liens on the property.

Navy Federal Home Equity Loans allows borrowers to apply for home equity loans of up to $500,000. The actual maximum loan amount will vary depending on the value of the property, how much you owe on it, and your creditworthiness.

What are the home equity loan requirements of Navy Federal Home Equity Loans

This lender's maximum loan to value rate is 100%. That means the total debt secured by the property cannot exceed 100% of its value. Let's say you own a property with a current market value of $100k, but you still owe $20k on your mortgage. Your equity would be $80k. In this scenario, if you have good credit, you may qualify for a line of credit of up to $80k.

What home equity loan rates does Navy Federal Home Equity Loans offer?

Navy Federal Home Equity Loans offers home equity loans with a fixed APR that ranges from 4.87% up to 18%.

Remember the APRs of home equity loans do not include points and financing charges, just the interest rate.

What is the estimated funding time for a home loan via Navy Federal Home Equity Loans?

Navy Federal Home Equity Loans will typically fund home equity loans within 3 and 10 days of approval.

What fees does Navy Federal Home Equity Loans charge for a home equity loan?

Good news. Navy Federal Home Equity Loans does not charge a mortgage origination fee.

Some lenders charge an origination fee for processing, underwriting, and funding a mortgage. Typically fees range from 0.5% to 5% of the loan amount. Whenever possible, go with lenders that don’t charge origination fees.

What types of property can you use as security for a home equity loan with Navy Federal Home Equity Loans?

Lenders often have restrictions on the type of properties they will accept as security for a home equity loan. Navy Federal Home Equity Loans will consider loans secured by the following property types:

  • Primary home.
  • Secondary homes and vacation properties.
  • Investment properties and house flipping projects.

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Navy federal home equity line of credit rates

How is my interest rate calculated?

On a HELOC, the interest is calculated using the following formula:

Average daily balance * interest rate / 365.25 * number of days in the billing cycle

The average daily balance can be located on your monthly billing statement. Your interest rate is equal to the Prime Rate plus a margin, which can be found in the terms of your Note. The Prime Rate fluctuates and can either increase or decrease your total HELOC interest rate, but your margin won't change. When the Prime Rate changes, it would show on your bill in 2 months, because HELOC interest is paid in arrears. For example, if the Prime Rate changes in May, it takes effect for June and would show on your July bill.

When are my payments applied to my HELOC balance?

Funds are applied to your HELOC based on the time of the month they're received. If we receive the funds after the current bill has been paid and before the next bill has been generated, they'll be applied to the principal balance of the HELOC. If funds are received after the next bill is generated, the payment will be applied toward the bill. HELOC bills typically generate on the fifth of each month or earlier, if the fifth isn't a business day.

How can I make an advance on my HELOC?

You may make a HELOC advance online by following these steps:

  1. Sign in to online banking.
  2. Click the “Transfers” tab.
  3. Select “Make a Transfer.”
  4. Select “HELOC” as the account to transfer funds from.
  5. Select your checking account to receive the transferred funds.
  6. Input the amount.
  7. Click “Continue.”
  8. Review and close the Transfer Posting Times notice.
  9. Confirm the transfer was successful via the green banner at the top of the next screen. Click “Done.”

You can also make an advance by writing a check, using your HELOC credit card or submitting a signed, written request to us through online banking or by mail at P.O. Box 3300, Merrifield, VA 22119.

How do I pay down or pay off my HELOC loan?

In order to pay down or pay off a HELOC loan, you must request a quote. Please contact the Mortgage Servicing Support Department at 1-800-531-7174, ext. 43434, option 2, to obtain a quote. 

What's the difference between a paydown and a payoff?

A paydown is when the HELOC is paid to a zero balance, but it remains open for future use. A payoff is when the entire balance and fees are paid, the HELOC is closed, the lien is released and the credit line cannot be used again in the future.

Why was my HELOC frozen?

A HELOC may be frozen for a few different reasons. When we freeze a HELOC, we'll mail a letter detailing the reason for the freeze to the address on file. If you have additional questions, please contact the Collateral Risk Department by phone at 1-800-243-9334, option 5, by email to or by signing in to your Navy Federal account to send us an eMessage. To unfreeze your HELOC, all borrowers on the loan must submit a written request to initiate the freeze appeal and review process.

What's the difference between a draw period and a repayment period?

The draw period is the time during which you may advance funds from the HELOC. For standard HELOCs, the monthly payment during the draw period is the greater of 1% of the new statement balance or $100.00. For interest-only HELOCs, the payment during the draw period only includes the monthly interest charge. The repayment period begins once the draw period ends. During this time, advances are no longer allowed, and you'll make monthly payments until the loan is paid in full or the maturity date is reached. For standard HELOCs, the payment is 2.5% of the balance during the repayment period. For interest-only HELOCs, the payment is 1.75% during this time. At the maturity date, any remaining balance on the HELOC must be paid in full.

What is the interest rate on a home equity line?

As of September 22, 2022, the variable rate for Home Equity Lines of Credit ranged from 6.45% APR to 10.85% APR. Rates may vary due to a change in the Prime Rate, a credit limit below $100,000, a loan-to-value (LTV) above 70% and/or a credit score less than 730.

What credit score is needed for Navy Federal line of credit?

The Navy Federal credit card approval requirements include a credit score of at least 700, in most cases; this is considered “good” credit. Other Navy Federal credit cards require a credit score of 750, i.e. excellent credit. Ultimately, Navy Federal also offers options for people with bad credit.

How does a HELOC work Navy Federal?

A HELOC's term includes a draw period, followed by a repayment period. At Navy Federal, you can draw (or borrow) money for 20 years. You'll pay interest only when you use your line of credit. Any remaining balance will be paid in full during the 20-year repayment period.

Will HELOC rates go up in 2022?

The Federal Reserve has signaled that it expects to raise its fed funds rate several times in 2022. This generally causes HELOC rates to move up. Currently, the 52-week high on a 10-year HELOC is 6.62%, while the 52-week low is 2.55%.