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HOME RENOVATION LOANS

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  1. Tailor your loan to meet the specific needs of your renovation
  2. Quickly secure the funds needed to start your renovation
  3. Enjoy transparent terms with no surprise charges or fees

Finance based on your projected equity

Expand your possibilities. Make room for more with an in-law apartment, accessory dwelling unit (ADU), or some major upgrades to your home.

  • Convenient and quick application process with no need for refinancing
  • Enjoy flexible repayment plans that fit your budget
  • Keep your current mortgage and its rate intact
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Home Renovation Loan Rates

TermInterest RateAPRLoan to Value Ratio
60-107 Months6.99%7.685%Up to 80%
108-120 Months7.19%7.575%Up to 80%
121-180 Months7.49%7.844%Up to 80%
181-240 Months7.99%8.249%Up to 80%

Effective date: November 20, 2024

Home Renovation Loan General Disclosure

Minimum amount is $20,000. Maximum amount is $500,000. The loan must be in second lien position. Property insurance is required. Flood insurance is required if the property is located in a flood zone.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) shown is the lowest rate offered and based on credit score. Rates are subject to change without notice.

The Fixed Home Renovation Loan offers a loan term of up to 240 months and begins with a 9-month interest only construction period followed by a fully amortized re-payment period for the remaining months. For maximum term of 240 months, loan amount must be greater or equal to $100,000.

Home Renovation Loans are only available if home is being built in New Hampshire or Maine.

All loans are subject to credit approval.

Home Renovation Loan Payment Example

A payment example for a Home Renovation Loan with $100,000 loan amount and 7.99% interest rate and annual percentage rate of 8.249% will have a monthly principal and interest payment of $849.16.

The APR in the payment example was effective on February 26, 2024. The current APR may be different than the APR used in the payment example.

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