Ready to Refinance?
Know the steps to a successful refinance.
Mortgage rate change. Could you be saving money?
Weigh the Pros and Cons
If there's been a change in your finances, mortgage rates, or housing plans, then refinancing might be a good option. Use our refinance calculator or call a loan officer for a free, no-obligation review of your current loan.
How Much Could You Save?
Annual Savings*
$5,927
Monthly Payment Savings*
$494
New Monthly Payment*
$870
Difference in Interest*
$231,487
Your Refinancing Journey Simplified
Gather Your Documents
Obtain your credit report and carefully review it for errors or opportunities to enhance your score. Start saving records of your income and assets, and take a closer look at the suggested documents you'll need.
View DocsApplication Process
Now that your documents are in order, you can either begin the application process or contact a loan officer for assistance through every step of the way.
APPLY NOWReview Your Loan Estimate
Examine the fees and closing costs associated with your loan, assessing whether the loan terms and monthly payment suit your requirements. Take a moment to read through the Truth in Lending (TIL) disclosure to familiarize yourself with your rights and responsibilities.
Accept the Formal Offer
If the terms meet your satisfaction, it's time to officially formalize the loan agreement.
Property Appraisal
A professional will assess the estimated market value of your property by comparing it to recent sales in the area. The appraised value plays a role in deciding the amount and terms of your new mortgage.
Closing Your Refinancing Loan
Upon reaching an agreement on all details, we will proceed to close and fund the loan. Please note that there are associated costs for the appraisal, origination, and title.
APPLY NOWFAQs
When Should I Get a 15-Year Fixed Loan?
Fifteen-year loans became quite popular in the 90′s. Thanks to historically low rates, borrowers can use a 15-year loan to pay off their home loans quickly without an unbearably high mortgage payment.
The benefits are simple: You could own your house free and clear more quickly and you might save a great deal of interest. For example, a couple in their mid-40s may like this concept knowing that by the time they reach age 60, they own their home and will no longer have mortgage payments. For a young couple in the mid-20s, it may not make as much sense as having a longer term 30-year loan.
The key to deciding is to compare the monthly payments and see how comfortable you are with the higher payments of a 15-year loan. If you want to pay off your loan early but can’t quite handle the payments on a 15-year loan, ask us about our 20-year loans. For those who want to pay off their loan even more quickly, we can offer a 10-year fully amortizing loan.
When Should I Get a 30-Year Fixed Loan?
The traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage has a constant interest rate with the monthly payments (principal and interest only) that never change for both conforming and jumbo loan programs. This may be a good choice if you plan to stay in your home for seven years or longer. If you plan to move within seven years, adjustable-rate loans are usually more cost effective.
As a rule of thumb, fixed-rate loans may be harder to qualify for than adjustable-rate loans. When interest rates are low, fixed-rate loans are generally not that much more expensive than adjustable-rate mortgages and may be a better deal in the long run because you can lock in the rate for the life of your loan.
What Are Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Programs?
Adjustable-rate mortgage programs charge a fixed-interest rate for the first three, five, seven, or ten years. After that time, the loan turns into a variable interest rate loan (with a rate cap) for the remaining years on the life of the loan, based on the then-current interest rates.
When it comes to Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs), there is a basic rule to remember: The longer you ask the lender to charge a specific rate, the more expensive the loan.
If you plan to own the house for three years or less, the perfect loan is one that is fixed for three years before starting to adjust. This way you’ll benefit from the lower rate offered by an ARM without being subjected to the uncertainty of payments that could be higher. Similarly, if you think you’ll be in the house for five or fewer years, the perfect loan is our loan that is fixed for five years before starting to adjust. The same logic applies to our loan that is fixed for seven years before adjusting.