HELOC vs. FixLine: Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature

Loan Type 
Interest Rate 
Access to Funds 
Payment Type (Initially) 
Repayment Period 
Best For 
Risk 

HELOC

Revolving line of credit 
Variable (may change over time) or Fixed
As-needed during draw period 
Interest-only or amortized
10–20 years (after draw period) 
Ongoing or unpredictable expenses 
Home is collateral 

HELOAN

Lump-sum installment loan
Fixed
All funds disbursed upfront
Amortized
Fixed term (5–30 years)
One-time, known expenses
Home is collateral

What’s the main difference between HELOC and FixLine?

HELOC offers a variable-rate line of credit with interest-only payments. FixLine lets you lock in a fixed rate and monthly payment on what you borrow.

Can I switch between them?

They’re separate products, but both let you tap into your home equity with different benefits. Some lenders allow HELOC draws to be converted to fixed segments — that’s how FixLine works.

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