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Read MoreLower Initial Monthly Payments: Payments are often lower than with a standard 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Lower Interest Rates: They frequently come with a lower interest rate than a 30-year fixed mortgage for the initial period. Short-Term Ownership Ideal: They can be a good fit if you are certain you will sell or refinance the home before the balloon payment is due.
Your escrow account for property taxes and homeowners insurance is transferred along with your loan.
The new servicer will take over making these payments on your behalf.
Review your first few statements from the new servicer carefully to confirm your escrow balance and payments are accurate.
The most common mortgage terms are 30-year and 15-year loans. A 30-year term offers lower monthly payments but more interest paid over the life of the loan. A 15-year term has higher monthly payments but allows you to build equity faster and pay significantly less total interest.
Yes, all three programs offer refinance options.
FHA Loan: Offers streamline refinance options (FHA Streamline) with reduced documentation and no appraisal in some cases.
VA Loan: Offers the Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) for a simplified refinance and a Cash-Out refinance option.
USDA Loan: Offers a streamlined assist refinance option to lower your interest rate and payment.
You will receive two official letters: one from your current servicer and one from your new servicer.
These letters are required by law and must be sent at least 15 days before the transfer date.
The notice will include the effective transfer date, the new servicer’s contact information, and details about your loan.
