Home Loans
Buying a New Home
ELCA Federal Credit Union can offer exceptional rates and personalized service and support for your home mortgage,* every step of the way. We offer fixed and adjustable-rate mortgages at a variety of terms.
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What do I need to know to buy?
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Which loan is right for me?
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How much can I afford to pay for a home?
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How much will my payments be?
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Do I have everything I need to move forward?
Refinancing a Mortgage†
Refinancing your mortgage may help you lower your monthly payments or shorten the term of your mortgage. The ELCA Federal Credit Union offers both refinancing and cash-out refinancing for existing mortgages.
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Estimate the benefits of refinancing using this calculator.
Home Equity Line of Credit
A home equity line of credit, also known as a HELOC, is a common way to finance home improvement or other large expenses — in or outside of the home. Secured by the equity of your home, a HELOC allows you to borrow as little or as much as you need. And as you pay off your balance, the amount of credit available to you is replenished — similar to a credit card.
A home equity line of credit with the ELCA Federal Credit Union has a 5-year draw period and a 10-year repayment period; total term of 15 years.‡ For the duration of the 5-year draw period, you pay interest only.‡ You pay both principal and interest during the 10-year repayment period.‡
If you are interested in learning more about a HELOC or personal loan to finance an upcoming expense, contact us to let us know how we can be of service.
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Home Equity Loan§
Another tool we offer for financing home improvement projects and other large expenses is a home equity loan. Often referred to as a second mortgage, it’s a single-installment, fixed-rate, fixed-term loan secured by the equity in your home. The size of your loan will be based on the difference between your home’s current market value and your mortgage balance. And the interest rate you pay may be more attractive than other loan options.
If a home equity loan sounds like something you’d like to take advantage of, we’re always here to help.
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