PenFed Home Equity Line of Credit vs. Marcus Student Loan Refinance
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
PenFed Home Equity Line of Credit
PenFed
4.3
Credit union HELOC with no closing costs, no annual fee, and competitive variable rates for members.
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Marcus by Goldman Sachs
4.4
APR 5.99–9.99%. Up to $300K. Goldman Sachs backing.
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PenFed Home Equity Line of Credit and Marcus Student Loan Refinance are closely matched. The right choice depends on your credit profile, desired loan amount, and how quickly you need funding.
Feature
PenFed Home Equity
Marcus Student Loan
APR Range
8.00% – 18.00%
5.99% – 9.99% Best
Loan Amount
$25,000 – $500,000 Best
$5,000 – $300,000
Term Length
120–240 months
60–240 months
Origination Fee
No closing costs; no annual fee
None
Min Credit Score
660+
660+
Funding Speed
2–4 weeks
2–4 weeks
PenFed Home Equity Line of Credit
Marcus Student Loan Refinance
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