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There's no doubt you have been inundated via e-mail, postal mail or even phone calls from lenders trying to convince you to cash out the equity in your home. The reasons for a cash out refinance are endless--debt consolidation, better rate/term, lower monthly payment, home improvements, college education financing, etc. One commonly overlooked reason to cash out equity in your home is that you may possibly find that $10,000 could earn you more money if it's invested wisely. Don't forget that mortgage interest is tax-deductible (up to 100% of the value of your home). You can even now pull 125% of the equity/value of your home with average and better credit (usually a FICO score of 640+).

The most important thing to think about in pursuing a cash out refinance is what you will do with the cash you're getting. What are your short and long-term economic goals? How long do you plan to be in your house? Secondly, are you getting the best deal? What are the fees associated with initiating the loan and what will your monthly payment be? Most origination fees are “rolled into” the loan, meaning they will be subtracted from the total loan amount after paying off your other mortgage(s) and debts.

Many lenders see cash out refinances as a slightly higher risk than a rate/term refinance mortgage and may adjust the rate accordingly, so find out what that premium is costing you. Also keep in mind that when you originate a new loan, you are starting with an entirely new term. If you've been paying on a 30-year mortgage for a few years, you may be beginning another 30-year mortgage. See if a shorter term (e.g. 15-20 years) is affordable for you.

Most importantly, do your research. Compare lenders and loan offers. Make sure that you are getting the best rate and the best deal for your situation.

Cash Out Refinance Rates

A cash out refinance mortgage loan is a great option if you have accrued a lot of equity in your home. If you owe $75,000 on a home that is worth $125,000, you could refinance the amount you owe and take up to $50,000 in a cash loan against the equity in your house. The money can be used to consolidate debts, do a remodeling project, or even invest. As great as a cash out refinance can be, there are a few things to think about before you decide to take out this type of loan.

How high are the fees to refinance?

Taking out a home equity loan usually costs less in fees than a refinance. Refinancing your home can cost you quite a bit when you consider higher loan fees and the possibility of points. If you already have a good interest rate on your loan, refinancing so that you can get a cash out option, might mean paying a higher interest rate on a new loan. In that situation, you might want to consider taking out a home equity loan instead of a cash out refinance mortgage loan.

How fast do you need the money?

When you take out a home equity loan, it takes less time to see your money. Often, it only takes 5 days to close. Cash out refinance mortgage loans can take a lot longer, so if you need the money immediately, it probably isn't the best option.

Protect yourself from scam artists.

There are lenders that practice something called loan flipping. They convince you to refinance your house, taking out a bit of equity for a project or two. A few months later they approach you to refinance again, convincing you to take out more cash from the equity in your house. Their scheme is to keep having you refinance, tacking on large fees and possibly increasing your interest rate until you are so far in debt that you end up losing your house. This particular scam has been played against many elderly homeowners with devastating results.

Taking cash against the equity in your house can be a wise move, but always compare taking a cash out refinance mortgage loan against the option of taking out a home equity loan and choose the plan that is best for you.

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