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LitFinancial helps you use your home to finance your loan.
Best for homeowners looking to turn their equity into a cash loan.
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What is a home equity loan?
A home equity loan leverages the value of your home in order to acquire a loan from a lender. You’re essentially borrowing against the value of your home, which is collateral in the loan.
Is this loan right for me?
By paying your mortgage, you slowly own more of your home and therefore own more of the equity in your home. If you need to convert that equity into more liquid financial assets, this loan is right for you.
How can LitFinancial help?
Home equity loans put one of your most prized possessions on the line — your home. While the lump sum you gain from the loan can help you with debts or other needs, you need an expert in your corner to make sure you’re making the right move and understand every aspect of your loan.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A home equity loan lets you borrow money using the value you’ve built up in your home. You get the money in one lump sum and pay it back with a fixed monthly payment.
Most lenders let you borrow up to 80–90% of your home’s value, minus what you still owe on your mortgage.
A score around 620 or higher usually works. Better credit can help you get a lower rate.
Home equity loans usually have fixed rates, so your payment stays the same every month.
Anything you want—common uses include home improvements, debt consolidation, education costs, or major expenses.
A home equity loan gives you one lump sum with a fixed payment. A HELOC works like a credit line you can use as needed, usually with a variable rate.
Your home is the collateral, so if you stop paying, you could lose your house. Also, if values drop, you could owe more than your home is worth.
Most people get approved and funded in 2–4 weeks, depending on the lender and appraisal process.
Expect fees similar to a small mortgage—often 2–5% of the loan amount. Some lenders offer reduced or no-closing-cost options.
Usually, yes. Lenders need to know your home’s value. Some offer automated valuations with no in-person appraisal.
Payments are fixed and spread over a set term—often 5 to 30 years, depending on the loan.
Sometimes yes, but lenders often limit you to one, or they may offer a second lien if you still have enough equity.
It can be—if the money is used for home improvements. It’s best to confirm with a tax professional.
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Why choose LitFinancial?
Experience Matters
When it comes to loan officers, we are experienced experts and take pride in leveraging our knowledge to help you every step of the way.
We Are Your Advocate
Our loan officers are advocates through -out your lending journey. From finding the right mortgage plan, to proactively engaging with key stakeholders on your behalf.
Relentlessly Seeking Solutions
We are committed and passionate about helping borrowers find their best financial fit. We tap our trusted network to look at any and all options.
Lit For Life
Our approach to advising is finding the best solution for each client’s life. We will also be there as your needs change through different life stages.
Advising You Like You’re Family
We are a mortgage partner that takes the time to listen to your needs and goals. We care about each client that tailor our advice for your best outcome.
Leading the Industry
We are constantly modernizing lending models, streamlining treasury operations, and increasing transparency across mortgages. This allows us to bring innovative products and better service to you.
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I worked with Sue and Niki from Lit Financial, and they were awesome! Their communication and customer service were impeccable from start to finish. They helped me through the challenging refinancing process with professionalism, patience, and care. They were always available to answer my questions and kept me informed every step of the way. I truly appreciate all of their hard work and would highly recommend Sue, Niki, and Lit Financial to anyone looking for financing. They made the entire process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Read more →
I had a great experience with Lit Financial. Initially I received a letter in the mail, where I thought it was from my initial financial institution offering me a refinance, but it was Lit Financial reaching out. I have to say this has turned out to be one of the easiest transactions I’ve been through, the helped every single step of the way. Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and helped tailor the mortgage to my needs. It’s saved me a significant amount, which in today’s climate was very unexpected. I also worked closely with Sue, she too was an absolute gem.… Read more →
Working with the lit financial team helped me secure my first home. From the beginning they were extremely helpful and communicative, answering questions quickly and explaining every step so I felt confident moving forward. Tony and Stephen went above and beyond — they were professional, attentive, and truly cared about getting the best outcome for me and I will be recommending them to all my friends and family. Read more →
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