Tapping into your home equity with a poor credit score could be tough— but it may not be impossible. Here's why.
After years of rapidly increasing home prices, today's homeowners are sitting on unprecedented levels of home equity. Right now, the average homeowner has approximately $330,000 in available equity — up by about $28,000 compared to February 2024. The amount of home equity that can be accessed while maintaining a healthy 20% equity cushion now amounts to $214,000.
Another factor these lenders examine is your home's loan-to-value ratio, or how much you owe compared to its current value. If your LTV is high — meaning you've borrowed a large percentage of your home's value — getting approved could be harder. Most lenders prefer LTV ratios at or below 80%, though some may go higher depending on other qualifying factors. With a higher amount of equity, lenders may view your application more favorably, despite your low credit score.
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