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There a many reasons and benefits as to why people refinance so we've put together some common refinancing FAQs to help get you started and find out if refinancing your home is the right option for you. If you prefer talking with someone face-to-face or over the phone, our Lending Consultants are always here to help.
Refinancing is simply the process of replacing your current home loan with a new home loan that has different terms and rates. This could involve changing lenders or changing your current loan with your current lender.
There are many reasons and benefits as to why people refinance, including:
- Reducing home loan repayments with a lower interest rate.
- Consolidating debt or accessing equity. If your home has increased in value then refinancing may allow you to access some of the greater equity you have in your home allowing you to pay off higher interest debt, such as credit cards, or pay for home renovations.
While you can generally switch home loans whenever you like, it may be best to wait until you’ve had your current mortgage for at least 12 months as the costs associated with paying off the existing loan and in establishing the new loan may outweigh any benefit of a lower interest rate.
Yes, but this can also depend on several factors, including the current value of your property and your ability to make the repayments for the loan amount you are requesting.
The timeframe to refinance can depend on a few factors, including documentation required and whether you’re refinancing with the same lender or switching to a new one. The timeframe can vary between lenders and can take anywhere from two to six weeks.
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