Mortgage Refinance

Interested in a mortgage refinance? Find out if a refi could lower your monthly mortgage payment.

Refinance Basics

A cash-out refi lets you tap your home equity in cash. See if it’s right for you.

Knowing the differences among equity loans will help you make the right choice.

If you have bad credit, you need to find ways to compensate for the additional risk.

Getting the best rate takes a bit of strategy. Here’s what you need to know.

Latest mortgage news: Rates rise again, near 7%

What happened to mortgage rates last week, and why.

3 min read Jun 07, 2023
No-closing-cost refinance: What it is and how it works

You save a chunk of cash upfront, but it may cost you more in the long run.

5 min read Jun 05, 2023
Mortgage and real estate news this week: Should I hold off on buying a home?

Top mortgage and real estate news of the week

1 min read Jun 03, 2023
Best mortgage lenders of June 2023

Here is Bankrate’s guide to some of the best mortgage lenders.

4 min read Jun 01, 2023
VA loan pros and cons

There’s a flip side to every form of financing, and VA loans are no exception.

6 min read May 26, 2023
Mortgage recasting: What it is and how it works

You pay a lump sum now to cut future monthly payments. But there are drawbacks.

7 min read May 25, 2023
When should you refinance your mortgage?

Not all borrowers benefit from a refi, especially with rates rising.

5 min read May 25, 2023
Cash-out refinance: How it works and when to do it

A cash-out refi lets you tap your home equity in cash. See if it’s right for you.

10 min read May 24, 2023
What is mortgage refinancing and how does it work?

Everything you need to know before you start switching out your home loan.

12 min read May 23, 2023
How often can you refinance your home loan?

More than once, certainly. But you don’t want to make a habit of it.

5 min read May 23, 2023