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HELOC
2nd Lien Promotion
5.99 %
APR*(*) APR = Annual Percentage Rate
Auto Loan Disclosures:
Rates may be higher based on applicant's creditworthiness, auto model year, loan term, loan amount and method of repayment. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Lien placed on vehicle. Certain restrictions apply.
Minimum loan amount of $20,000 for terms up to 72 months. Minimum loan amount of $30,000 for 84-month term.
Late payment fee: $25.00
**Additional discount available with established direct deposit to MCU Everyday Hero Checking account.
MCU membership is required.
MCU will only finance vehicles purchased from franchise car dealers or the following independent dealers; TRUECar® Certified Dealers, Enterprise Car Sales, Carvana®, CarMax® or Hertz Car Sales®.
30 Year Term:
Above APRs are based on a loan amount of $500,000, a property value of $625,000 (reflecting an 80% loan‑to‑value ratio), and a credit score of 780. Above rates are applicable to loans secured by a 1-2 Family home which is the principal residence of the borrower(s). Different rates may apply for loans secured by Co-ops, Second/Vacation homes and 3-4 Family homes. Rates may be higher based on applicant’s creditworthiness. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions may apply.
HELOC Disclosures:
The introductory rate is 6.250% APR for 12 months with a maximum 80% Combined Loan-to-Value (CLTV). Applicants must have a minimum credit score of 620. An immediate draw of $25,000 will be required at closing. The initial rate will be in effect for the first year your credit line is open. If you have an introductory rate, for the 12-month period immediately following the Date of Agreement, the ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE that will apply to your account will be 6.250%* or 6.750% if you elect to have MCU pay your mortgage taxes. Subsequently, your account will be subject to the Variable Rate provisions described herein. The initial Annual Percentage Rate is discounted; it is not based on the index and margin used for later adjustments. Once the 12 month introductory rate expires, the APR will adjust based on your qualified index and margin.
The introductory rate is 5.99% for 2nd lien position loans with APR for 12 months with a minimum loan amount of $100,000 and maximum 75% Combined Loan-to-Value (CLTV). Minimum FICO Score is 720 with a required initial draw depending on the approved loan amount. The initial draws are as follows:
1) For a $100,000 loan requires a minimum draw of $25,000.
2) Loan amount between $100,000.01 - $250,000 requires a minimum draw of $50,000.
3) Loan amount between $250,000.01 - $500,000 requires a minimum draw of $100,000.
The introductory rate is 5.49% for 1st lien position loans with APR for 12 months with a minimum loan amount of $100,000 and maximum 75% Combined Loan-to-Value (CLTV). Minimum FICO Score is 720 with a required initial draw depending on the approved loan amount. The initial draws are as follows:
1) For a $100,000 loan requires a minimum draw of $25,000.
2) Loan amount between $100,000.01 - $250,000 requires a minimum draw of $50,000.
3) Loan amount between $250,000.01 - $500,000 requires a minimum draw of $100,000.
The initial rate will be in effect for the first year your credit line is open. MCU cannot pay your mortgage taxes for this special promotion. Subsequently, your account will be subject to the Variable Rate provisions described herein. The initial Annual Percentage Rate is discounted; it is not based on the index and margin used for later adjustments. Special promotion rate is available for a limited time. Once the 12 month introductory rate expires, the APR will adjust based on your qualified index and margin.
The current variable APRs range from 6.75% - 10.75%. The floor APR is 3.00%. HELOC closing costs are waived if, at closing, you take a minimum advance of $25,000 and keep your line of credit open for at least three years, otherwise you will be required to reimburse MCU for certain fees paid to third parties. These fees can be as low as $135 for a $25,000 HELOC. Closing costs paid by MCU include the initial valuation source, title report, credit report and flood zone certification. Loan applicant has the option to have their mortgage recording fees and mortgage taxes waived at closing for an additional .500% on their introductory rate and fully indexed rate for the term of the loan. The 6.875% introductory rate and closing costs waiver offer is available for a limited time.
THE ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE MAY VARY AND IS EQUAL TO THE HIGHEST PRIME RATE PUBLISHED IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL ON OR BEFORE THE LAST DAY OF THE PRECEDING MONTHLY BILLING PERIOD PLUS A MARGIN BETWEEN 0% AND 4%.
HELOCs are secured by a mortgage on your primary residence. Co-ops and investment properties are not accepted. Property insurance is required. Flood insurance may be required if the property is in a flood zone. Certain restrictions may apply. Membership is required.
The Current Prime Rate is 6.75%. The annual percentage rate may be higher based on the applicant’s creditworthiness. The maximum Annual Percentage Rate that may be imposed is 6% above the initial interest rate at closing. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Other terms and conditions apply. View full disclosure PDF.
(^) APY = Annual Percentage Yield
APY = Annual Percentage Yield
APY is accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Penalties apply for early withdrawals from certificates. Fees may reduce earnings. MCU reserves the right to end or modify this offer at any time. For more details visit nymcu.org/rates. Federally insured by NCUA.
(**) 12 Month Share Certificate - $5K New Money
You may be eligible for a 0.50% increase on the current Dividend Rate on the 12 Months Share Certificate account if you meet certain eligibility requirements. To be eligible, you must open a 12 Month Share Certificate – $5K New Money account or renew an existing 12 Month Share Certificate account in-person at one of our branches, through our Digital Banking platform, or through our mail-in renewal process. You must also deposit a minimum of $5,000 of New Money† into the Share Certificate account at the time of opening or renewing. Any funds that you want to deposit in addition to the $5,000 of New Money may come from accounts you currently have with us and those additional funds will earn the stated APY. The account will automatically renew into the 12 Month Share Certificate and will be subject to the Dividend Rate, APY, and other terms and conditions of the 12 Month Share Certificate in effect at the time of renewal unless the account is closed prior to maturity or during the ten (10) day renewal grace period or the eligibility requirements of the 12 Month Share Certificate – $5K New Money at satisfied during the ten (10) day renewal grace period. An early withdrawal penalty will apply if the account is closed prior to maturity.
†"New Money" is defined as funds that are not on deposit in any MCU account at the time the account with the New Money requirement is opened. The New Money requirement may be satisfied by: (1)making a deposit of New Money directly into an account bearing a New Money requirement; or (2) making a deposit of New Money into a savings or checking account and transferring the New Money into the account bearing the New Money requirement within seven (7) days of the date of deposit. Funds transferred into an account bearing a New Money requirement from any MCU account after seven (7) days from the date of deposit will not be eligible to satisfy the New Money requirement.
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