I refinanced our mortgage in July and got a 3.625% 5-1 ARM (interest only). Should I refinance again? Would it be worth my while? I asked this question on this site and got great responses, but I still need to get re-assured.
Orange,CA | Oct 10th 2011
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by nathan....
In today's market and the historic low interest rates, it is always a good idea to look into refinancing; especially if it is not costing you anything.Personally, I advise most clients to go towards a 30 year fixed, if they can; rates are low and most economists would tell you that in a couple of years tops, economy will be on the rise again, along with interest rates...So depends on your future outlook and individual situation, you can take different suggestions, but it is your decision at the end ...To be able to give you more information, some of the things I would need to know would be: are you in a conventional or FHA loan ? what is your fico score ? what is the amount of the loan ?You can email me at ronaldf@americanlendinginc.com Oct 10th 2011
by Robert....
To be Honest with you, If you just Refinanced a couple of months ago, and entertaining it yet again...Only do it if you're staying in the house for an extended timeframe to recoup your costs. The Cost Benefit Analysis will show you need to save at least $100.00 amonth or decrease your term and/or reduce your rate by 1 point. There are alot of variables, but you have a great rate, sell before it adjusts or get a fixed term now!. Oct 10th 2011I would say it depends on two factors: What is the amount of your loan?? and how long do you plan to stay in the property??The greater the loan amount ( up to $417K for conforming) the greater would be the savings and the more likely you can do it at NO COST.If you plan to stay in the property for 5-7 yrs, then I suggest you get a 7/1 , fully amortized if you can affor the payment. Oct 10th 2011
by JamesBa...
To be candid, there is no such thing as a zero cost home loan. You will either pay directly in fees or indirectly in terms of interest rate. If you're okay with that, then as others have alluded you must weigh your personal time frame of owning your existing residence and the time it will take to recoup your costs. Happy Columbus Day! Oct 10th 2011 |
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