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| Lender | NerdWallet Rating | Max LTV | Loan amount | Min. credit score | Learn More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bethpage Federal Credit Union: NMLS#449104 | 4.5 /5 | 85% | $10K- $1M | 670 | Visit Lenderat Bethpage Federal Credit Union at Bethpage Federal Credit Union |
 Figure: NMLS#1717824 | 4.0 /5 | 85% | $15K- $400K | 640 | Visit Lenderat Figure at Figure |
 New American Funding: NMLS#6606 | 4.0 /5 | 80% | $25K- $750K | 580 | Visit Lenderat New American Funding at New American Funding |
 BMO: NMLS#401052 | 4.0 /5 | 75% | $0- $250K | 620 | Visit Lenderat BMO at BMO |
 Rocket Mortgage, LLC: NMLS#3030 | 3.5 /5 | 80% | $45K- $350K | 680 | Visit Lenderat Rocket Mortgage, LLC at Rocket Mortgage, LLC |
 Rate: NMLS#2611 | 3.5 /5 | 85% | $15K- $400K | 640 | Visit Lenderat Rate at Rate |
 Better: NMLS#330511 | 3.5 /5 | 90% | $50K- $500K | 640 | Visit Lenderat Better at Better |
85%
$10K- $1M
670
80%
$25K- $750K
580
75%
$0- $250K
620
80%
$45K- $350K
680
Frequently asked questions
- What credit score do you need for a HELOC?
Lender requirements vary, but typically you'll need a credit score of 620 or higher. Taking out a HELOC will probably reduce your credit score temporarily when it appears on your credit report.
- Is a HELOC tax-deductible?
The interest you pay each year on a HELOC is tax-deductible up to a limit as long as the borrowed money is used to buy, build or substantially improve your home, according to the IRS.
