Change the rate or the length. Take nothing out.
Rate and term refinance can help you lower your interest rate, reduce your monthly payment, or adjust your loan term without taking cash out.
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A rate and term refinance is usually right if this is you
| YOUR SITUATION | WHY THIS LOAN FITS | GO TO |
|---|---|---|
| Your rate is higher than what is available now | The most common reason, and the easiest one to test | All refinance options → |
| You want the loan gone sooner | Shortening the term costs more monthly and far less overall | Shorter term → |
| You want a lower payment, not cash | If you do not need money out, this is cheaper than a cash-out | Cash out → |
| Your mortgage insurance is still running | Once you own enough of the home, refinancing can remove it entirely | Conventional loans → |
| You are on an adjustable rate | Moving to a fixed rate ends the uncertainty | Talk to us → |
One application. Better options. Simple process.
One simple application gives us what we need to explore the right mortgage options for your unique situation.
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Submit the documents
Upload the required documents so we can review your application and move your loan forward.
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You Choose. We Close
Pick the option that works for you. We handle the process from underwriting to closing.
What a rate and term file needs
Enough equity
How much depends on the program. This is usually the first thing we check.
A credit history the lender can price
Refinancing is underwritten much like a purchase.
Income you can evidence
Standard documentation, or a non-QM route if you work for yourself.
Usually an appraisal
Though some files qualify for a waiver, which saves both time and money. A home appraisal for a refinance is one of the more predictable steps in the process, and knowing what to expect ahead of time helps the file move faster.
A break-even that makes sense
Carefully compare what your refinance costs against what it ultimately saves you over time. You must always evaluate the financial figures thoroughly to ensure a profitable outcome, and if the numbers do not completely clear, simply do not do it.
Room in your budget
Existing debts still count, exactly as they did on the purchase.
We do not throw rates or figures at you here on purpose. Yours depend on your credit, the county, and the program. A licensed loan officer gives you real numbers on the call.
No rates or figures here on purpose. Yours depend on your credit, the county and the program. A licensed loan officer gives you real numbers on the call.
What to watch for, and we will not bury it
What to watch for, and we will not bury it
Closing costs have to be earned back. We calculate the month you break even before you commit to anything.
You do not have to restart the clock
Refinancing into a fresh long term resets your progress. You can keep the term you have left, or shorten it.
Not every lender is worth moving to
The saving comes from the pricing, and pricing varies by lender. One quote is not a comparison.
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Where we place conventional loans
Maryland
Virginia
Washington DC
North Carolina
Florida
Texas
We are a mortgage company serving these areas. We do not keep a branch in each one. Every mortgage loan is worked from 8115 Maple Lawn Blvd, Suite 350, Fulton, Maryland.
What homeowners ask about rate and term
What is a rate and term refinance?
A refinance that changes your rate, your term, or both, without taking money out. The balance stays broadly the same, which is what separates a rate and term refinance from a cash-out refinance.
How do I know if it is worth it?
It comes down to your break-even point. If the closing costs are recovered within a timeframe that makes sense for how long you plan to keep the home, it is usually worth exploring, whether you are comparing Maryland mortgage rates or Virginia interest figures for your specific county.
Will I have to start a new thirty-year term?
Not necessarily. You can often keep the term you have left rather than restarting the clock, or choose to shorten it if lowering total interest paid matters more to you than the monthly payment.
Do I need an appraisal?
Usually, yes, though some files qualify for a waiver. A home appraisal for a refinance is typically one of the more predictable parts of the timeline once ordered.
Can I remove my mortgage insurance this way?
Yes, in many cases. Once you have built enough equity, refinancing into a conventional loan can remove mortgage insurance entirely, which is one of the more common reasons homeowners in Maryland and Virginia look into best mortgage rates Maryland and MD interest rates together.
Find out if it clears your break-even
Send us your current loan details. We will do the maths and send it to you in writing, free.