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How Can You Secure A Better Interest Rate When Refinancing Your Home Loan?

February 25, 2022 by Jim Potts

How Can You Secure A Better Interest Rate When Refinancing Your Home Loan?If you want to save money on your home loan, you may want to consider refinancing. During the refinancing process, you will replace your existing home loan with a new one; however, you want to secure the lowest interest rate possible. How can you get a better rate on your mortgage during the refinancing process? 

Consider Refinancing Your Home Loan To A Shorter Term

If you can create less risk for the lender, you can get a lower interest rate. One of the ways to do so is to refinance your home loan to a shorter term. If the average interest rate has gone down, you might be able to keep your monthly payments the same while paying off your home loan more quickly. If you can refinance to a shorter loan term, your lender might reward you with a lower interest rate. 

Consider Paying Off Your Existing Debt

You can also secure a better interest rate on your home loan by paying off your existing debt. This includes student loans, car loans, and credit card debt. You might want to use the proceeds from a cash-out refinance to pay off your existing debt. The lender might give you a lower interest rate if you have a better debt-to-income ratio. 

Always Check Your Credit Report Before Refinancing

Your credit score will also play a significant role in your interest rate. Before you refinance, you should request a free copy of your credit report. There might be inaccuracies in the report that you need to correct before you apply for a refinance. Furthermore, if your credit score has gone up since you purchased the home, you might be able to secure a lower interest rate from the lender. 

Secure A Better Mortgage Rate When Refinancing

One of the many benefits of refinancing an existing home loan is that you may be able to secure a lower interest rate. You want to get the lowest interest rate possible, so consider working with a professional who can help you put these tips will work for you. Getting a lower interest rate on your home loan could save you tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan. 

 

Jim Potts

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