Bank of America HELOC vs. LightStream Home Improvement Loan
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Bank of America HELOC
Bank of America
4.1
No closing costs, no annual fee HELOC with Preferred Rewards discounts for existing BofA customers.
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LightStream Home Improvement Loan
LightStream
4.6
APR 7.99–25.99%. Up to $100K. Same-day funding.
Full review →WealthSpott Verdict
LightStream Home Improvement Loan wins on more measurable categories — particularly on rate and cost. Bank of America HELOC may still be the right fit depending on your loan amount and term needs.
Feature
Bank of America
LightStream Home Improvement
APR Range
8.60% – 14.40%
7.99% – 25.99% Best
Loan Amount
$25,000 – $1,000,000 Best
$5,000 – $100,000
Term Length
120–240 months
24–84 months
Origination Fee
No closing costs; no annual fee
None
Min Credit Score
680+
660+ Best
Funding Speed
2–4 weeks
Same day
Bank of America HELOC
LightStream Home Improvement Loan
Pros
- Low rates
- Low rates
- Same-day funding
- Same-day funding
- No fees
- No fees
Cons
- Strong credit needed
- Strong credit needed
- Unsecured only
- Unsecured only
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