Home equity loans, also known as second mortgages or second deeds of trust loans, are used to describe loans in addition to a first mortgage. They are based on the current value of your home versus your existing mortgage balance. You may borrow up to 80% of your equity.
For example:
Home is valued at $700,000
Mortgage balance is $500,000
Equity is $60,000
You could apply to borrow up to $60,000, which is 80% of the combined loan-to-value in the example above. What’s more, your interest may be tax deductible (please check with your tax advisor).
At Stanford FCU, you can cash out on your equity to pay for any number of expenses — remodel your kitchen or bathroom, a car, college tuition, a vacation, even starting your own business! And since we’re a not-for-profit, you’ll have no points, no annual fees and no prepayment penalty. Stanford FCU’s home equity loans get you the money you need to live your life without the extra fees or high-interest rates you’ll find at banks.
Stanford FCU offers two types of Home Equity Loans:
The loan rate is one of the most important factors in buying a property. Besides the amount of the loan, the factor that most affects the affordability of your loan is the interest rate you pay on your loan. Your monthly payment includes: (1) the interest you owe on your outstanding loan balance and (2) a portion of the principal itself, which reduces the remaining loan balance. The lower the interest rate, the lower your monthly payment. Consider that a one-percentage point difference in rates can translate to a 10% difference in the monthly payment. Since rates fluctuate daily depending on many economic factors, we encourage you to check rates frequently, to determine how much you can afford.
Home Buying Guide
Home Buying Seminar
Buying a home is one of the most important financial commitments you will ever make. Getting your home loan from someone you can trust is equally important. Stanford FCU has over 100 years of combined real estate lending knowledge and experience. Our in-house home loan experts are among the best in the industry. So, whatever your situation, chances are we’ve helped someone with a very similar situation before.
We are also unique in our ability to serve members’ needs. We’re large enough to provide expertise and a wide variety of loan programs, yet small enough to offer personalized service and cater to the most unique situations.
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Olivia Jaimez Parada, Home Equity Lending Specialist
Susan Nilipour Motta, Home Equity Lending Specialist |
As a true not-for-profit financial cooperative, the more our member-owners use the services of their credit union, the stronger we become—and the more low cost services we can provide. That’s the basis of our Membership Rewards program—the more services you use, the more benefits you’ll receive! Whether you are a borrower, saver or both, you will receive extra benefits when you take advantage of the many great products and services at Stanford FCU. Move all of your financial services to Stanford FCU and easily reach the highest level of Membership Rewards. It’s easy to switch and we can help!
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| FREE Access to ATMs Worldwide Surcharge reimbursements for ATMS outside our ATM networks* | Yes, 3 per month | Yes, unlimited* |
| FREE access 30,000 CO-OP ATMs and 6,000 CO-OP Shared Branches | Yes | Yes |
| Certificate Bonus Rate | Yes | Yes |
| Money Management Account Bonus Rates | No | Yes |
| Premier Market Savings Account (PMSA) Bonus Rate | No | Yes |
| Premier Checking Bonus Rate | No | Yes |
| Discount on Auto Loan Rate | 0.50% APR Discount | 1.00% APR Discount |
| Stanford FCU Mortgage Fees Waived** | No | Yes |
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| Below Minimum Balance Fees | 50% | 100% |
| Stop Payment Fee | 50% | 100% |
| Outgoing Wire Fees | 50% | 100% |
| Select Service Charges | 50% | 100% |
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* Maximum ATM surcharge reimbursement is $5 per ATM transaction. ** Third-party fees still apply.