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Introductory rates as low as 7.99% APR* for the first 12 months(1). Home Equity Line of Credit. LEARN MORE. Copyright 2024 Wheelhouse Credit Union. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Rates are effective as of 09/01/2024 and are subject to change without notice. Rates are based on creditworthiness. Introductory rate is fixed for the first 12 months.

¹ Wheelhouse® Credit Union’s primary area of service is Southern California which includes San Diego County. Your home must be owner occupied and located in our service area. Introductory fixed APR is based on a combined loan-to-value (CLTV) and will remain in effect for 12 months from the date the Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Agreement and Disclosure Statement was signed. Thereafter, the introductory APR will revert to a variable APR and will be adjusted on the first day of each billing cycle based on the WSJ Prime Rate + a margin up to 3.00% depending on loan parameters. As of 07/27/2023, the APR ranges from 9.50% – 11.50% APR. The maximum APR that can be applied is 18.00% and the minimum is 3.99%. Maximum credit limit subject to CLTV guidelines. Minimum credit line available is $25,000. You can obtain advances of credit for 10-years (Draw Period); the Draw Period will be followed by a Repayment Period as outlined in your HELOC Agreement. Property insurance is required. All loans are subject to credit approval, income verification, and satisfactory appraisal and collateral. Rates, terms, and fees are subject to change without notice. Please consult a tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest. Download this PDF guide to learn more about What You Should Know About Home Equity Lines of Credit.
Draw Period: You can obtain advances of credit for 10-years (Draw Period). During the Draw Period, your minimum payment will equal the total of (a) the periodic finance charges, and other fees, charges and costs including without limitation, any other expenses or advances incurred by us under the Security Instrument and (b) accrued but unpaid interest for prior Billing Cycles. The Draw Period will be followed by a Repayment Period as outlined in your HELOC Agreement. During the Repayment Period, if any, your minimum payment will equal the fraction as outlined in your HELOC Agreement of your unpaid Account Balance at the end of the Draw Period, plus all periodic finance charges, and other fees, charges, and costs. All payments will be due monthly. The minimum payments may not be sufficient to fully repay the principal that is outstanding on your HELOC. If they are not, you will be required to pay the entire outstanding balance in a single payment and a balloon payment may result. Your minimum payments will not repay the principal that is outstanding on your line. You will be required to pay the entire outstanding balance in a single payment.

Minimum Payment Example: The information provided is based on an initial $10,000 advance at funding on an existing single-family home used as a primary residence. The assumed credit score is 720 with an assumed CLTV of 75% and a credit limit of $100,000.

During the 10-Year Draw Period
• 12 payments of $66.58 at an initial interest rate of 7.99%.
• 108 payments of $79.16 at a variable interest rate of 9.50%.

During the 20-Year Repayment Period
• 239 payments of $93.27 at a variable interest rate of 9.50%.
• 1 payment of $89.25 at a variable interest rate of 9.50%.

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Posted on June 18, 2020March 14, 2024 by Manix Phayvanh

How to Refinance an Auto or Vehicle Loan

If you haven’t already, now is a great time to consider refinancing an auto or vehicle loan. Interest rates are low and you could save money by reducing your monthly payment. To make the refinancing process as smooth as possible, you’ll want to follow these simple steps:

1. Review the Details of Your Current Loan

Before anything else, you should check how much is left to pay on your loan, what your interest rate is, and if there are any fees for paying it off early. If you don’t know, you can probably find this information in your Online Banking.

2. Gather Your Documents

To refinance your vehicle loan, you will want to be prepared with any necessary documents. At Wheelhouse, you will need:

Vehicle Registration
Current Auto Loan Statement
Proof of Insurance
Income verification may be required

3. See How Much You Can Save

Use our vehicle loan calculators to compare auto loans and see how much you can save. Consider if a lower rate or a longer term is your best option. You can view Wheelhouse’s auto loan rates here. Lastly, you’ll also want to be aware of any small fees that may be associated with transferring the loan.

4. Apply for a Vehicle Loan

Visit the financial institution you want to refinance with to start the refinancing process. Wheelhouse makes it easy with a 3-step online application. Of course, if you wish to apply in-person or over the phone, you may do so as well.

Interested in using your refinance to get cash out? Learn how today.

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