subject: How to convert to a fixed rate HELOC [print this page] Folks, this can have a home equity line of credit (HELOC) with a slight feeling a pinch of interest rates today. HELOCs are variable rate loans, that the interest rate payable depends on a specific index (usually Prime Rate). And these days, prices are rising, which means that HELOCs costs and minimum payments also go up more. Fortunately, most HELOC borrowers to convert their loans to a fixed interest rate. Here's how: