Refinancing
Refinancing Explained
Refinancing replaces your current mortgage with a new one. It can make sense when the long-term benefit clearly outweighs the cost of the new loan — and it often doesn't make sense at all.
Rate-and-term vs. cash-out
Rate-and-term refinancing changes your rate, term or both. Cash-out refinancing converts equity into funds for goals like consolidating debt or improving the property, and typically has different pricing.
Run the break-even
Compare the cost of the new loan to the monthly benefit, then weigh that against how long you plan to keep the home. Resetting a long-amortized loan also has a cost worth understanding.
When not to refinance
If you're likely to sell soon, or the savings are marginal after costs, staying put is often the better answer. You should expect a straight answer, not a pitch.
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