“How does a home equity line of credit work?” is an inquiry into the process of borrowing money using your home equity. Imagine using the value of your homethe amount your house is worth beyond how much you owe on your mortgageas collateral.
HELOC is a popular financial tool used to fund various projects including home improvements, debt consolidation, and educational expenses. You don’t have to specify how you will use the money. The origins of HELOC goes back to 1981 when the US Federal National Mortgage Association launched a pilot program to help buyers access their home’s equity more easily.