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So, how can you leverage your U.S. equity?

Instead of selling your home because of uncertainties in the real estate market, you’ve got two established options to leverage your U.S. home equity: via refinancing1,2 or a HELOC1.

Refinance Your Home

A lump sum of cash with our lowest interest rates locked in for a 3-, 5-, 7- or 10-year term.5
  • Keep monthly payments low when amortized over 30 years
  • Make lump-sum payments at any time with no pre-payment penalties
special offer

$0 underwriting fees on new refinancing4 Offer available until October 31st, 2023

Home Equity Line of Credit

Enjoy the peace of mind of having U.S. cash when you need it with access to funds online, anytime with no minimum balance, usage or draw requirements.
  • No fluctuating foreign exchange costs
  • Interest-only payments for a 10-year draw period
special offer

Save thousands on closing costs with a no-fee HELOC3 until October 31st, 2023

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Calculate the U.S. Equity You Can Access

Find out if refinancing or a HELOC is right for your needs. You can calculate your monthly payments in CAD or USD

Calculate Your U.S. Equity
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How to unlock your U.S. home equity

Learn about the differences between refinancing1,2 vs. HELOCs1

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Get your free U.S. equity guide

Download our guide to better understand the differences between refinancing and HELOCs, plus how you can use your U.S. equity to your advantage.

The Only U.S.-Based Bank Designed Specifically for Canadians

For over 17 years, RBC Bank has been helping Canadians make their U.S. home ownership dreams come true.

RBC Bank offers mortgages in all 50 states1,2. Refinances and HELOCs are available in every state but Texas.
Apply online or over the phone. Your Cross-Border Mortgage Advisor will guide you through the process. In most areas, you can even do your closing from Canada or with a Power of Attorney so you don't need to cross the border.
Our team of Cross-Border Mortgage Advisors understand the needs of Canadians, can translate the differences in the U.S. mortgage process and will help you determine which kind of loan is right for your needs.
You'll have access to a team of experts on all the considerations that come along with tapping your U.S. equity including taxes, foreign exchange advantages and ownership issues7.
No need for a U.S. credit history; we'll use your Canadian credit history to qualify you.

As a mortgage or HELOC client, you'll enjoy a free U.S. Premium Checking account6 that gives you:

  • Unlimited transactions
  • Unlimited cross-border transfers and instant exchange8 between your RBC Canadian and U.S. bank accounts - available 24/7 through online or mobile banking
  • Preferred foreign exchange rates
  • Easy access to pay your U.S. mortgage and U.S. bills

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No Annual Fee U.S. Credit Card with Rewards9

Visa Signature Black

  • $0 annual fees9
  • Make transactions in U.S. dollars and save on foreign transaction fees10
  • Earn 1 RBC Rewards point for every $1 spent11

All loans and lines of credit are subject to approval.

Lender Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC.
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RBC Bank is RBC Bank (Georgia), National Association (“RBC Bank”), a wholly owned U.S. banking subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, and is a member of the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”). U.S. deposit accounts are insured by the FDIC up to the maximum amount permissible by law. U.S. banking products and services are offered and provided by RBC Bank. Canadian banking products and services are offered and provided by Royal Bank of Canada. All deposit accounts, loans and lines of credit are approved by RBC Bank. U.S. deposit accounts are not insured by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (“CDIC”). RBC Bank – 8081 Arco Corporate Dr, Suite 400. Raleigh, NC 27617. www.rbcbank.com