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We take the information you provide about your location, project scope, remodel and finish types and determine the average costs for labor and materials in your neighborhood. We then add an additional 20% to cover the cost of contractors. The data is compiled from top builder trade publications that use national government databases. It's updated once or twice a year based on market conditions.

Understand your home improvement costs.

The success of your project, big or small, depends on preparation. Our home improvement cost calculator can help you figure out how much it will cost to remodel a kitchen, bathroom or other room. You can also view our video designed to help you uncover the costs of a home renovation or visit our home improvement hub for tools and resources designed to help you tackle your home project with confidence.

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Get answers to common questions about home improvement.

In terms of real estate, cost basis is the original value a buyer pays for their property. Cost basis can change over time, and is then referred to as an adjusted basis. Home improvements that can add to a cost basis (that would adjust it) include but aren’t limited to bathroom or kitchen upgrades, additions, new roofing, and more.

Home improvement loans are useful for homeowners who want or need to make home updates but don’t have enough money on hand to cover the cost.

Benefits can include:

  • Fixed interest rates that stay the same for the life of your loan (lines of credit have variable rates)
  • Building your credit by making on-time payments
  • Home updates you use the loan for can increase your home’s value

Drawbacks include:

  • Some loans have high annual percentage rates
  • Some lenders charge additional fees, like origination fees or prepayment penalties
  • Negative impacts on your credit if you have late or missed payments

The interest rates for home improvement loans can vary, based on a variety of factors:

  • If the loan is unsecured or secured
  • Your credit score
  • Your annual income and debt-to-income (DTI) ratio

A secured loan or line of credit, such as a home equity loan or line, may have a lower interest rate compared to an unsecured loan or line but your home serves as the collateral.

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Disclosures

Loan approval is subject to credit approval and program guidelines. Not all loan programs are available in all states for all loan amounts. Interest rate and program terms are subject to change without notice. Mortgage, Home Equity and Credit products are offered through U.S. Bank National Association. Deposit products are offered through U.S. Bank National Association. Member FDIC.

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For cash-out refinance:

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Annual percentage rate (APR) represents the true yearly cost of your loan, including any fees or costs in addition to the actual interest you pay to the lender. The APR may be increased after the closing date for adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) loans.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based on a down payment of 0% and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable. Estimated monthly payment and APR assumes that the VA funding fee of $6,072 is financed into the loan amount. Estimated monthly payment does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums and the actual payment obligation will be greater.

The rates shown here are the current rates for the refinance of a single-family primary residence based on a 45-day lock period. These rates are not guaranteed and are subject to change. This is not a credit decision or a commitment to lend. Your final rate will depend on various factors including loan product, loan size, credit profile, property value, geographic location, occupancy and other factors.

To lock a rate, you must submit an application to U.S. Bank and receive confirmation from a mortgage loan officer that your rate is locked. An application can be made by calling 888-291-2334, by starting it online or by meeting with a mortgage loan officer.

Minnesota properties: To guarantee a rate, you must receive written confirmation as required by Minnesota Statute 47.206. This statement of current loan terms and conditions is not an offer to enter into an interest rate or discount point agreement. Any such offer may be made only pursuant to subdivisions 3 and 4 of Minnesota Statutes Section 47.206. 

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Personal loan: As of February 12, 2024 the fixed Annual Percentage Rate (APR) ranged from 8.74% APR to 24.99% APR, and varies based on credit score, loan amount, purpose and term. Minimum loan amount is $1,000 and loan terms range from 12 to 84 months (up to 60 months for non-customers). The lowest APR in the range is available on loans of $10,000 or more with a term of 12-36 months, a credit score of 800 or greater, purpose of home improvement and includes discount for automatic payments from a U.S. Bank or external personal checking or savings account. Automatic payments and U.S. Bank personal checking or savings account are not required for loan approval. Electronic funding to a non-U.S. Bank account requires verification and can take one to four business days. Not all loan programs are available in all states. The Consumer Pricing Information disclosure lists fees, terms, and conditions that apply to U.S. Bank personal checking and savings accounts. This disclosure can be obtained by visiting a U.S. Bank branch or calling 800-872-2657. Loan payment example: on a $10,000 loan for 36 months, monthly payments would be $316.79 and APR of 8.74% with automatic payments from a personal checking or savings account and for the purpose of home improvement. Maximum loan amounts may vary by credit score. Loan approval is subject to credit approval and program guidelines. Interest rates and program terms are subject to change without notice.

Home Equity Line of Credit: The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is variable and is based upon an index plus a margin. The APR will vary with Prime Rate (the index) as published in the Wall Street Journal. As of November 8, 2024, the variable rate for Home Equity Lines of Credit ranged from 8.20% APR to 11.85% APR. Rates may vary due to a change in the Prime Rate, a credit limit below $50,000, a loan-to-value (LTV) above 60% and/or a credit score less than 730. A U.S. Bank personal checking account is required to receive the lowest rate, but is not required for loan approval. Clients in certain states are eligible to receive the preferred rate without having a U.S. Bank personal checking account. The rate will never exceed 18% APR, or applicable state law, or below 3.25% APR. Choosing an interest-only repayment may cause your monthly payment to increase, possibly substantially, once your credit line transitions into the repayment period. Repayment options may vary based on credit qualifications. Interest-only repayment may be unavailable. Loans are subject to credit approval and program guidelines. Not all loan programs are available in all states for all loan amounts. Interest rates and program terms are subject to change without notice. Credit line may be reduced or additional extensions of credit limited if certain circumstances occur.

An early closure fee of 1% of the original line amount, maximum $500, will apply if the line is paid off and closed within the first 30 months. Property insurance is required. Other restrictions may apply. An annual fee of up to $75 may apply after the first year and is waived or discounted with an existing U.S. Bank Platinum Checking Package or with enrollment in our Smart Rewards Program. Annual fees are assessed based on the tier in our Smart Rewards Program on your HELOC anniversary date. Please refer to your Smart Rewards terms and conditions for more information on tier assignment.

Home Equity Loan: As of March 15, 2024, the fixed Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 7.65% is available for 10-year second position home equity installment loans $50,000 to $99,999 with loan-to-value (LTV) of 60% or less. Rates may vary based on LTV, credit scores or other loan amount. In order to receive the lowest rate advertised, a set-up of automatic payments from a U.S. Bank personal checking or savings account is required but neither are required for loan approval. Clients in certain states are eligible to receive the preferred rate without having automatic payments from a U.S. Bank personal checking or savings account. Loan payment example: on a $50,000 loan for 120 months at 7.65% interest rate, monthly payments would be $597.43. Payment example does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums. The monthly payment obligation will be greater if taxes and insurance are included and an initial client deposit may be required if an escrow account for these items is established. Home equity loans not available for properties held in a trust in the states of Hawaii, Louisiana, New York, Oklahoma and Rhode Island. Loan approval is subject to credit approval and program guidelines. Not all loan programs are available in all states for all loan amounts. Interest rates and program terms are subject to change without notice. Property insurance is required. Other restrictions may apply.

U.S. Bank is pleased to present a calculator (‘the Tool’) created by Kukun®, which is solely responsible for the operation of the Tool. The Tool, and any related information displayed, does not constitute the advice of, or reflect actual products, services, rates, and/or terms available from, U.S. Bank or its affiliates, and nothing contained in the Tool shall constitute an offer or solicitation of any product or service by U.S. Bank or its affiliates. U.S. Bank and Kukun are not providing tax or legal advice by the presentation of the Tool. The accuracy of the Tool is not guaranteed by any party and is intended for education purposes only. Please read the Kukun terms and conditions carefully before accessing, using or obtaining any material, information, products or services of the Tool.