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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Definition

A line of credit secured by the equity in a consumer’s home. Interest paid on the loan is generally tax-deductible. (Consult a tax advisor, regardless.) The funds may be accessed by writing checks against the line of credit or by getting a cash advance.