For many adults, their home is their most valuable asset. Home equity loans allow homeowners to unlock their home’s value and secure a lump sum loan with a set monthly payment.
Home equity loans might be good options for homeowners
who prefer the stability of a fixed-rate loan with a set monthly payment over a fixed term. By tapping into your home equity, you can receive a sizable home loan that allows you to cover major expenses or make large investments.
With
competitive interest rates, flexible loan amounts and a variety of terms, First Merchants Bank offers some of the best home equity loans available. Simply begin the process by applying for your home equity loan online.
Secure an online home equity loan today through our online application or call 1.800.205.3464
to get started.
APPLY FOR A HOME EQUITY LOAN
Home equity loans offer a variety of benefits that other loans can’t match, with advantages that include:
- Competitive fixed rates
- Secured by the equity in your home
- Loan amount is based upon a percentage of your LTV (loan-to-value) for qualified borrowers
- Distributed in one lump sum
- Payment options with a variety of terms
- Interest may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor)
Tap into your home equity to consolidate debt and save on interest
One of the primary benefits of home equity loans is their flexibility to pay off revolving debts, like credit cards, student loans or other loan debt. Borrowers can consolidate all high-interest debt into a simple lower monthly payment. This allows borrowers
to map out a payment system and identify an end date to pay off their loan.
The best home equity loans offer competitive interest rates, which are generally lower than credit card interest. Over time, borrowers save thousands of dollars in interest charges over the term of their loan. And in many cases, the interest you pay may
be tax deductible.*
See how reduced interest rates can significantly lower your monthly payments.
Sample current balances elsewhere
| Credit Card Example | Balance | APR | Payment | Term |
|---|
| Credit Card #1 | $5,500 | 21% | $148.79 | 5 Years |
| Credit Card #2 | $2,500 | 19% | $91.64 | 3 Years |
| Store Card | $2,000 | 17% | $71.31 | 3 Years |
| Total Monthly Payments | | | $311.74 | |
| Total Payments Over Life of Loans | | | $14,793.60 | |
Refinanced with a First Merchants HELOAN
| Loan Example | Balance | APR** | Payment | Term |
|---|
| Loan Amount | $10,000 | 9.00% | $207.58 | 5 Years |
| Monthly Savings | | | $104.16 | |
| Annual Savings (first 3 years) | | | $1,249.92 | |
| Total Payments Over Life of Loan | | | $12,455.01 | |
**9.00% APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is based on 80% Loan to Value, a 740 credit score and no processing fee. The $207.58 monthly payment is based on $10,000 financed for 60 months with a fixed rate of 9.00%. Example only and rates are subject to change at any time.