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Current mortgage vs. a new loan

A lower payment is useful only when you understand what changed. This illustration keeps the loan balance, remaining term and other payment components the same, then shows a $150 reduction in principal and interest.

Keep the current mortgage

$2,500 / month

  • Principal & interest$1,900
  • Property taxes$350
  • Annual home insurance ÷ 12$150
  • Mortgage insurance$100
  • HOA dues$0

Illustrative new mortgage

$2,350 / month

  • Principal & interest$1,750
  • Property taxes$350
  • Annual home insurance ÷ 12$150
  • Mortgage insurance$100
  • HOA dues$0

Monthly reduction

$150

Assumed upfront cost

$6,000

Simple break-even

40 months

This is the same $6,000 ÷ $150 illustration used below. It assumes costs are paid upfront, not added to the loan. It is not a rate quote or a calculation of total lifetime savings. A different term, financed fees, changed mortgage insurance or other costs can change the result. We also compare the balance and interest over the time you expect to keep the loan.

Run your own refinance comparison, then request a refinance review.

Make the math useful

What does break-even actually tell you?

Illustrative upfront cost

$6,000

Costs paid to make the refinance happen.

Illustrative monthly reduction

$150

Use a consistent payment comparison.

Simple break-even

40 months

$6,000 ÷ $150. Would you keep the loan that long?

This simple example does not measure every cost. A longer loan term, financed fees, mortgage insurance or changed tax and insurance amounts can affect the result. We also compare the balance and total interest over your expected timeline.

Try the refinance calculator, then bring the assumptions to our team.

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Mortgage Refinance

How Do we make it Easier to Refinance Your Mortgage?

As one of the largest mortgage brokers in the Nation Edge Home Finance has relationships and resources with multiple wholesale lenders across the country to serve every home buyer or home refinance need. The result is a streamlined happy homeowner experience!

Browsing real estate sites and navigating through legal documents mumbo jumbo which seems like a foreign language to many, plus dealing with lenders, insurance companies and homeowner associations (HOA), figuring out which debts are b each with different rules and procedures, can quickly become a overwhelming task for many homebuyers.

Hassle Free Home Refinance

Need refinancing options on a home or other real estate? Choosing a refinance product that matches your goals and making sure you get the best rate for your given scenario can feel like playing whack-a-mole.

We’re here to make the home refinance process a whole lot easier, with tools and expertise that will help guide you along the way, starting with a FREE refinance analysis request.

We’ll help you clearly see differences between loan programs, allowing you to choose the right one for you whether this is your first refinance or 7th.

The Refinance Loan Process

Here’s how our home loan process works:

  • Complete our simple Refinance Analysis form
  • Receive options based on your unique criteria and scenario that best fit you, pros and cons
  • Compare the mortgage interest rates and terms we shopped in the market for you
  • Choose the right solution for your needs and goals

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Questions worth asking

A few answers before your next move

How do I know whether refinancing is worth it?

Compare the costs with the benefit you want: lower payments, a different term, cash access or a change in loan structure. Simple break-even is one check. We also look at remaining term, total interest, cash to close and how long you expect to keep the loan.

Does a lower monthly payment always mean savings?

No. Extending the repayment term can lower the payment while increasing total interest. Financing closing costs also adds to the balance. We can compare the new loan with keeping your current mortgage on consistent assumptions.

Should I refinance or add a HELOC?

If you like your first-mortgage rate, a separate home equity loan or HELOC may be worth comparing. A cash-out refinance replaces the first loan. Our team can compare blended borrowing costs, payment changes and the flexibility you need.

Can I refinance without taking cash out?

Yes. A refinance can focus on rate, term or another financing goal. Eligibility, mortgage insurance, appraisal requirements and costs depend on the selected program. Tell us what you want the refinance to accomplish.

What information should I bring to a refinance review?

Bring your current statement, interest rate, estimated balance, remaining term, home value estimate and goal. Share your starting details and our team can outline the documents needed for your situation.

*Information, scenarios, and calculations are for educational and illustrative purposes only, not a loan offer, a commitment to lend, a rate quote or an approval. Programs, costs and qualification requirements depend on the borrower, property, selected lender and current guidelines. Examples are not guaranteed results. Our team can review the details for your situation.

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