Refinance

Refinance and put your rate to work.

Lower your payment, shorten your term, or turn your equity into cash. We compare refinance rates across dozens of lenders to find what fits.

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Refinance options

The right refinance for your goal

Rate-and-term

Adjust the terms of your existing loan — lower your rate, shorten or extend your term, or reduce your monthly payment. It doesn't put cash in your pocket, but it can meaningfully change what you pay each month or how long you're paying it.

Cash-out

Replace your loan with a larger one and take the difference as cash. Because it's secured by your home, it's often a lower-cost way to fund renovations, pay off higher-interest debt, or cover a major expense than a personal loan or credit card.

Streamline (FHA/VA)

Reduced-documentation refinancing for borrowers who already have an FHA or VA loan — you won't qualify without one. These are primarily rate-reduction refinances, and the lighter paperwork can mean a faster process. Talk with us to see if you qualify.

The process

From application to funding

Here's what happens behind the scenes once you start your refinance.

1

Application

Tell us about your loan and your goal.

2

Documentation

Submit income, asset, and property details.

3

Appraisal

Your home's current value is confirmed.

4

Underwriting

The lender reviews and verifies your file.

5

Clear to Close

Conditions are cleared and closing is scheduled.

6

Closing & Funding

Sign your documents and your new loan funds.

FAQ

Common questions

When does refinancing make sense?

Refinancing can make sense if rates have dropped since you got your current loan, if your credit has improved, if you want to shorten your term, or if you want to tap into your home's equity. We can run the numbers to see if it pencils out for your situation.

What's the difference between rate-and-term and cash-out refinancing?

A rate-and-term refinance replaces your loan with a new rate or term without changing your loan balance. A cash-out refinance replaces your loan with a larger one and gives you the difference in cash.

How much does refinancing cost?

Closing costs typically run 2–5% of the loan amount, covering items like appraisal, title, and lender fees. Some of these costs can be rolled into the new loan rather than paid out of pocket.

Will refinancing reset my loan term?

It can, but it doesn't have to. You can choose a new 30-year term, or match your remaining term, or shorten it — the choice is yours based on what fits your goals.

Why work with a broker instead of going straight to a lender?

Instead of calling around yourself, we shop refinance terms across our lender network and bring you the options that fit — with one point of contact throughout the process.

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