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Today's HELOC rates & prime rate trends

Live data from Bankrate and the Federal Reserve so you can compare where rates stand today and where they've been. Most HELOC rates are set at Prime plus a lender margin.

HELOC Type
Variable rate
Typical draw period
5–10 Years
Max CLTV (typical)
Up to 90%
No tax return HELOC
Available

Current HELOC Rates from Top Lenders

The table below shows today's HELOC rates from Bankrate's national lender database. Rates update in real time and reflect available offers for qualified borrowers.

How HELOC Rates are Set?

Understanding what drives your rate helps you time your application and choose the right product.

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The Prime Rate is the baseline

Nearly all HELOC rates are calculated as Prime Rate plus a lender margin. When the Fed moves rates, your HELOC rate typically follows within days.

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Lender Margin Varies

The spread above Prime depends on your credit score, combined LTV, and the lender. Typical margins range from 0% to 3%+ above Prime.

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Variable vs. Fixed-rate Options

Most HELOCs are variable. Some lenders offer rate lock features to convert a portion of your balance to a fixed rate during the draw period.

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Draw Period vs. Repayment Period

During the draw period (typically 5–10 years), you pay interest only on what you've borrowed. The repayment period adds principal and usually runs 10–20 years.

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CLTV Determines Your Limit

Your combined loan-to-value ratio first mortgage plus HELOC caps how much you can access. Most lenders stop at 80–90% CLTV.

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Non-QM HELOCs use different criteria

Truss Financial Group's no-tax-return and no-appraisal HELOC programs are priced on asset strength and equity, not W-2 income documentation.

Prime Rate & HELOC Rate History

Context matters when evaluating a variable-rate product. These charts show where rates have been and how quickly they can move.

HELOC Options for Borrowers Who Don't Fit the Standard Box

Most banks approve HELOCs using W-2 income and full tax return documentation. That approach leaves out a large share of homeowners: the self-employed, real estate investors, retirees drawing from assets, and borrowers with recent credit events.

Truss Financial Group specializes in non-QM HELOC programs that assess eligibility using alternative documentation, bank statements, asset balances, or property cash flow rather than requiring two years of tax returns.

All HELOC products are available to primary residences, second homes, and investment properties depending on the program.

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No Income Tax Returns required on Select Programs
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No appraisal required on select programs
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Available for investment properties (DSCR HELOC)
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Interest-only draw period available
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Competitive pricing relative to bank offerings

Explore Our Home Equity Programs

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No tax-return HELOC

Best for self-employed borrowers or those with alternative income who want to access home equity without traditional tax documents.

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No appraisal HELOC

Best for homeowners who want to explore home equity options with a faster valuation path when eligible.

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Senior HELOC

Best for senior homeowners who want to access home equity for retirement cash flow, home expenses, or financial flexibility.

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Investor HELOC

Best for real estate investors who want to access equity from investment properties for cash flow, renovations, or portfolio growth.

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No tax-return HELOC

Best for self-employed borrowers or those with alternative income who want to access home equity without traditional tax documents.

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No appraisal HELOC

Best for homeowners who want to explore home equity options with a faster valuation path when eligible.

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Senior HELOC

Best for senior homeowners who want to access home equity for retirement cash flow, home expenses, or financial flexibility.

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Investor HELOC

Best for real estate investors who want to access equity from investment properties for cash flow, renovations, or portfolio growth.

HELOC rate questions, Answered

What is today's average HELOC rate?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

How does the Prime Rate affect my HELOC rate?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

Can I get a HELOC without providing tax returns?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

What credit score do I need for a HELOC?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

How much equity do I need to qualify for a HELOC?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

Is a HELOC or cash-out refinance better?

Average HELOC rates fluctuate daily based on the Prime Rate, which most lenders use as their benchmark. Lenders price HELOCs at Prime plus a margin. The live Bankrate widget at the top of this page shows current averages across dozens of lenders, updated in real time.

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