Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 2,313 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Home Equity Loan & HELOC Options
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U.S. Bank maintains its lead in AI recommendations for home equity loans, holding the top position since October 2025. The landscape is shifting as has surged to the #2 spot, creating tight competition among major national banks for visibility.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surged to the #2 position, often cited for flexible HELOC options. | 37% | |
| 2 | Praised for its online application process and strong customer service. | 37% | |
| 3 | A strong choice for military members, offering up to 100% LTV. | 28% | |
| 4 | 24% | ||
| 5 | Gaining visibility, highlighted for its HELOCs with fixed- | 21% | |
| 6 | Maintains top rank, noted for high loan amounts and national availability. | 18% | |
| 7 | 15% | ||
| 8 | 15% | ||
| 9 | 12% | ||
| 10 | 10% | ||
| 11 | 8% | ||
| 12 | 8% | ||
| 13 | 8% | ||
| 14 | 8% | ||
| 15 | 7% | ||
| 16 | 7% | ||
| 17 | 7% | ||
| 18 | Praised for a diverse product lineup with low or no closing costs. | 6% | |
| 19 | 5% | ||
| 20 | 5% | ||
| 21 | Frequently cited credit union, good for small loans and no-appraisal options. | 5% | |
| 22 | Online lender that saw a significant drop in mentions after late 2025. | 5% | |
| 23 | 5% | ||
| 24 | 5% | ||
| 25 | 4% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
bankrate.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 63% of analyzed answers.
Rose from rank #5 in Oct 2025 to #2 in Mar 2026.
Jumped from rank #26 in Oct 2025 to #8 in Mar 2026.
Dropped from rank #4 in Oct 2025 to #11 in Mar 2026.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36% | 41% | ||
| 36% | 30% | ||
| 28% | 37% | ||
| 22% | 18% | ||
| 24% | 12% |
The two models disagree most about Veterans United Home Loans (ChatGPT #22, Google #11) and RenoFi (ChatGPT #15, Google #23).
U.S. Bank maintains its lead in AI recommendations for home equity loans, holding the top position since October 2025. The landscape is shifting as Bank of America has surged to the #2 spot, creating tight competition among major national banks for visibility.
Across 2,313 AI responses, Bank of America is mentioned most, named in 37% of them, followed by Rocket Mortgage (37%) and Navy Federal Credit Union (28%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 2,313 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI responses are dominated by large national banks, with U.S. Bank consistently ranking as the most frequently mentioned provider throughout the observed period.
Bank of America,
Rocket Mortgage, and various credit unions like Navy Federal are also consistently cited as top options.
where can i get a home equity loan?
AI responses are dominated by large national banks, with U.S. Bank consistently ranking as the most frequently mentioned provider throughout the observed period.
Bank of America,
Rocket Mortgage, and various credit unions like Navy Federal are also consistently cited as top options.
Responses to this prompt typically explain the difference between home equity loans, HELOCs, and cash-out refinancing. Initially vague, responses in late 2025 began citing educational sources like SoFi, , and the before becoming more generalized again in 2026.
Brands mentioned
What home equity loan options are available for my home?
Responses to this prompt typically explain the difference between home equity loans, HELOCs, and cash-out refinancing. Initially vague, responses in late 2025 began citing educational sources like SoFi,
Bankrate, and the
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau before becoming more generalized again in 2026.