Mortgage Refinance

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

Refinance Basics

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

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

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

Yes, it can ding it, sometimes dramatically. But there are ways to minimize the drop.

How do you pay back a reverse mortgage?

How do you pay back a reverse mortgage, and when is it necessary?

6 min read Oct 25, 2023
I’m well into paying off my mortgage. Should I still refinance?

You need to crunch numbers to see if a refi makes sense.

5 min read Oct 24, 2023
How often can you refinance your home?

More than once, certainly. But making a habit of it gets costly.

7 min read Oct 23, 2023
How to refinance a second home or investment property

The rules are different for refinancing a second home or investment property.

5 min read Oct 23, 2023
What is a loan-to-value ratio?

It’s a comparison calculation that’ll determine if you’ll get a loan, and the interest rate you’ll pay.

5 min read Oct 20, 2023
Where to refinance an auto loan

If the rate and term aren’t more favorable, refinancing may not be worth pursuing.

3 min read Oct 16, 2023
Hard money lending: Guide to hard money loans and lenders

These loans appeal to house flippers or those with unusual situations.

7 min read Oct 12, 2023
Refinancing to a 15-year mortgage: What to consider

You can cut your total mortgage interest in half, but there’s one big catch.

3 min read Oct 12, 2023
What is an energy-efficient mortgage?

You can get an EEM through many of the same lenders that offer mortgages.

6 min read Oct 11, 2023
How to refinance a rental property

No, it’s not exactly the same as refinancing your home’s mortgage.

6 min read Oct 11, 2023