Special introductory fixed rate for 6 months at
5.99% APR
After that, variable rates are as low as
6.75% APR2
Hurry, offer ends October 30, 2026! Apply now!
Make the most out of your home
Use your home as collateral by taking advantage of its value for large expenses and life events with a First American Bank Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC). With no application fees, up to a $2,000 closing cost credit* and competitive HELOC interest rates, we keep monthly payments and overall costs low so you can focus on what matters most.
- Make home improvements
- Purchase a new vehicle
- Make car repairs
- Consolidate debt
- Pay for college
- Plan a wedding
- And more!
A HELOC allows you to draw funds against your pre-approved credit limit whenever you need money. As with all credit lines, you have the flexibility of paying interest only1 or interest plus any amount toward the principal. Plus, the application process is easy, so you can access funds right when you need it.
Apply online or find an Illinois or Wisconsin mortgage loan officer near you to get started today.
| Product | Rate | APR |
|---|---|---|
Home Equity Line of Credit Terms and Conditions | 6.750% | 6.750% |
Not available for investment properties or properties located in Texas, New York, Alaska, or Hawaii- The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is a variable rate based on the highest Prime Rate published in the Money Rates section of The Wall Street Journal on the first business day of the month. Rates subject to change at any time. The maximum APR is 18%.1Monthly payments of interest only will result in a balloon payment. No annual fee for the first year - $75 annual fee thereafter. Costs to satisfy certain prior liens may be assessed. Property insurance is required. Flood hazard insurance may be required. If you refinance, close or terminate your HELOC for any reason within 36 months of opening your HELOC, you may have to pay an Early Cancellation Fee of (i) two percent (2.00%) of your credit limit within the first twelve (12) months of opening your HELOC, or (ii) $750 between thirteen (13) and thirty-six (36) months of opening your HELOC. This Early Cancellation Fee applies where applicable by state law. Subject to credit approval.
2Offer valid 7/17/26 – 10/30/26. Loan must close by 12/31/26. Available only to new Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) customers and current HELOC customers whose loan matures within one year from the date of application. Available only on collateral properties located in (i) Illinois (excluding Kankakee County. Please see a banker for rates applicable to Kankakee County, Illinois), (ii) Indiana, (iii) Wisconsin, and (iv) Minnesota. Not available for investment properties. 75% loan-to-value (70% for condos), or less. 5.99% Fixed Annual Percentage Rate (APR) during the six-month introductory period. Thereafter, the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is a variable rate based on the highest Prime Rate published in the Money Rates section of The Wall Street Journal on the first business day of each month. Based on the 1/2/26 Prime Rate of 6.75%, the following rates would apply: 5.99% APR during the six-month introductory period. Thereafter, 6.75% APR for HELOC $100,000 or more; 6.99% APR for HELOC $50,000 to $99,999; 7.49% APR for HELOC $25,000 to $49,999; and 7.74% APR for HELOC $5,001 to $24,999. Rates subject to change at any time. The maximum APR is 18%. Monthly payments of interest only will result in a balloon payment. No annual fee for the first year - $75 annual fee thereafter. Costs to satisfy certain prior liens may be assessed. Property insurance is required. Flood hazard insurance may be required. Some restrictions may apply. If you refinance, close or terminate your HELOC for any reason within thirty-six (36) months of opening your HELOC, you may have to pay an Early Cancellation Fee of (i) two percent (2.00%) of your credit limit within the first twelve (12) months of opening your HELOC, or (ii) $750 between thirteen (13) and thirty-six (36) months of opening your HELOC. This Early Cancellation Fee applies where applicable by state law. Subject to credit approval.
*UP TO $2,000 IN CLOSING COST CREDIT: Third Party Fees and Charges ranging from $500 to $3,100 may be assessed for HELOCs under $250,000 at closing. If, at the time of closing, you set up an Automatic Funds Transfer (AFT) or Automatic Clearing House (ACH) to make the monthly payment on your HELOC and elect electronic statements within the first statement cycle, we will pay up to $2,000 of the third party fees and charges associated with closing on your HELOC, including, but not limited to, appraisal, title, flood, credit report, stamp & tax, and recording fees (collectively, “Third Party Fees and Charges”). If, at the time of closing, you do not set up an AFT or ACH to make the monthly payment on your HELOC, then you agree to pay the Third Party Fees and Charges at closing. This provision does not apply to loans secured by investment properties or to loans that fall outside our standard product, rate, term and underwriting guidelines.
Payment: Your Regular Payment will equal the amount of your accrued Finance Charges. Term: The draw period will extend to the first day of the month following execution of the loan documents plus ten (10) years.
Balance Due at End of Loan Term. Closing Fees: $662.00
Annual Fee: $75.00