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Using Home Equity in Utah: HELOC, Cash-Out Refi, or Reverse Mortgage?

Three ways to tap Utah home equity, and how to pick the right one.

Tres Miller
By Tres Miller · Mortgage Banker · NMLS #217768
Reviewed June 18, 2026 · Lending in Utah since 1995 · Professional history
Published June 18, 2026 · Updated June 18, 2026 · 6 min read

HELOC

Line of credit secured by your home. Variable rate, interest-only payments common. Best for short-term needs and disciplined borrowers.

Cash-Out Refinance

Replace your existing mortgage with a larger one and take the difference in cash. Fixed rate, fixed payment. Best when you want long-term certainty.

Reverse Mortgage (62+)

No monthly mortgage payment. Funds as lump sum, monthly income, or growing line of credit. Best for retirees who want to eliminate a payment or build a safety net.

Which One?

We model all three side by side for your situation.

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