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.

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When should you refinance your mortgage?

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

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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.

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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
Cash out refi vs home equity loan: What you need to know

For some homeowners, it could make sense to refinance with a home equity loan.

9 min read May 19, 2023