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Credit line size estimator

What this is

How big a line of credit can you typically get?

HELOC: up to 65% of home value MINUS existing mortgage (total mortgage + HELOC capped at 80% of home value by OSFI). Unsecured LOC: typically 25-50% of gross annual income, depending on credit score.

HELOC available

$107,500

Unsecured LOC

$60,000

Total available

$167,500

Just because you qualify doesn't mean you should max it out. Lenders sell the convenience; the rate is usually prime + 0.5 to prime + 3%.

Disclaimer

Educational, not financial advice. Output is generated by an AI assistant using simplified assumptions. Tax rates, contribution limits, and benefit amounts change annually; confirm with a CFP, CPA, or the relevant Canadian regulator (CRA, FSRA, OSC, IIROC) before acting. Actual approval depends on credit score (680+ typical for HELOC, 720+ for posted unsecured rate), income verification, and debt-service ratios.