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Profile picture for 1rosepedal
I have a 30-yr fixed mortage @ 5% 260k payments I want to lower payments I want to refin. at 235k. What's the best way to go about doing with out getting stuck with expensive closing cost and payments are $1625 payments would be lowered $200 not sure if its worth it or the best way need help!
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March 21 2011 - Chicago

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You don't want a refinance you are looking for a recast after a principle payment. See previous question/answer.
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March 21 2011
You should take a look at the best way for you to use the $25k now and in the future.  Looking at your full financial picture -- future purchases, future cash needs, availability to cash, home repairs, job stability, etc...  Saving $200 sounds great now but if in a couple of years you need (fill in the blank) and your payments go up by $400 then it doesn't seem so great. 

Thus, not really sure what the best plan is but figure out all of your options because I cannot tell you how many people have come to me over the last few years wanting cash and the answer many times has been no due to a job loss or other reasons.
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March 22 2011
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Mark makes some great points.  If you do refinance, get a NO CLOSING COST option.
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