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Home equity line of credit

A method of borrowing in which a homeowner may Borrow against Home equity as needed using a Checkbook or Credit card. It differs from a standard Loan in that the borrowing may be done over a period of time, preventing excess borrowing and limiting Interest costs.

Related Terms: 11 Borrow, Check, Checkbook, Credit card, Car, Credit, Home equity, Interest, Loan, Own, UIT
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