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Would a bank lower your HELOC limit if you paid it off?

There has been no problems with my HELOC line of $90k of which I have a balance due of $80K. I am in the position to pay the full debt down but was concerned that the bank would reduce my HELOC limit if I did so. I have read that if they were to reduce your limit they can do it whether you are maxed or not. Is this so or would they wait till you paid it down to lower it? Professional opinions please...no guessing :)

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  • 8 years ago
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    You have 80 grand to pay it off?

    Pay it. But leave at least 6 months of living expenses in your savings account.

    In case you lose a job.

    Sounds like you can pay this off, and not worry about borrowing again

    Dave Ramsey. Live Debt Free.

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    Lv 7
    8 years ago

    your initial contract with your bank will tell you exactly when this HELOC will be reviewed and will expire. by all means pay all/or part of what you currently owe. if you cannot locate your orig. contract, go into the bank and ask the cust. assistance rep. for a copy. take your id.

    Source(s): life experience
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    Lv 4
    4 years ago

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