You've probably heard it often -- another friend or neighbor has refinanced and is enjoying lower monthly mortgage payments. You may have read headlines that talk about mortgage interest rates reaching historical lows. So, you ask, is now the best time to refinance my mortgage?
Refinancing is essentially paying off your existing mortgage and taking out a new one. This section discusses the basics of refinancing, such as the reasons for refinancing and the steps involved. It also discusses your financing options. After you understand these basics, 1st Rate Mortgage can discuss the details further and help you get the refinancing process started.
Why Refinance my Mortgage?
Homeowners choose to refinance their mortgage for a wide variety of reasons. Some of the most popular ones are to:
Obtaining a lower mortgage interest rate through refinancing can lower your monthly payment and is the most common reason homeowners refinance. Building equity faster is also a popular reason because owning a home can be one of the safest and most profitable investments you can make.