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Mortgage Refinancing, Loan Refinance Contact | Mortgage Rates | Mortgage Calculators Mortgages Refinancing Debt Consolidation Mortgage Resources Loans FHA Loan VA Loan What Type Of Loan Are You Looking For? Please Select.... VA Home Loan Home Loan VA Home Refinance Home Refinance FHA Home Loan What Is The Approximate Value Of Your Property? Factors to consider before refinancing a mortgage If you are considering refinancing your home, there are several factors you should think about before making your decision. These factors include the interest rate on your current mortgage, the current market interest rate, how long you plan to live in your current home, and whether or not you need money for other things (such as home improvement, a new car loan, or paying off credit cards). Qualify for a Streamline Refinance Today's Mortgage Refinancing Rates If you would like advice about refinancing, you may speak to a refinancing specialist at 800-930-9201 . 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Whoever gets the home will now be the sole owner and will be solely responsible for the payment. If you don't have one of the names taken off the deed, the person who is responsible for making the payments might fall behind and will effect the credit of the person's whose name is still on the deed even if they don't have the house. Refinancing Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARMs) An adjustable rate mortgage is just that. After the fixed-rate period of your loan, typically 3 or 5 years, the rate will adjust with the market. If rates remain low, no problems arise. On the other hand, rates can go up. Sometimes this can cause a mortgage payment to almost double. Many people that have an ARM are not financially ready for a large increase in their house payment. You can do several things to hedge the risk of a rate increase. First, you can refinance your loan into a fixed-rate loan before the end of the fixed period of your ARM. You will likely see a payment increase, but it will be a one time increase. If you keep the ARM, your payment might keep increasing year after year. Anther thing you can do is refinance into another ARM and have a fixed-rate for another 3 to 5 years. Just realize that you will likely have to refinance every 3 to 5 years. The same principles apply to home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) Your home is not just a home - it is a financial tool You can do many things with your home other than just live in it. You can use the value in your home for fiscal gain. First off, you can use the equity in your home to pay off debt at a much lower rate. For instance, say you're paying $1,500 a month on $30,000 of debt. If you have the equity, you can do a cash-out refinance and pay off the debt and your mortgage payment might only go up $300. This gives you an additional $1,200 in monthly cash flow. For this to be really effective you need to realize that you can't get into that much debt again because you might not have the equity to bail you out again. Another thing you can do is take all the equity out of your home and invest it. You may be able to make more money on the investment than you pay out in interest over the life of the new loan. It is important to know that if you choose to take cash out of your home and invest it, you should seek the advice of a certified financial planner. Not many people take advantage of this because it can be risky, but it is an option. If you are considering refinancing , also remember that there are a variety of different mortgages. If you plan on living in your home for a long period of time, you may want to consider the traditional fixed-rate 15- or 30-year loan. Another option is to choose an adjustable rate mortgage and consider refinancing again in a few years. By refinancing , you can choose the perfect mortgage for your needs, which may have changed since you first bought your home. A mortgage broker can be a useful tool to help find the most appropriate mortgage for your refinancing. Info on an FHA STREAMLINE REFINANCE You may also call a specialist at 800-930-9201 to get additional advice about what factors you should consider when deciding whether or not to refinance. The specialist can also show you what mortgage brokers and lenders are the best to deal with. If you have served in the Armed Forces, you can qualify for a VA Loan . A Debt Consolidation Loan may save you hundreds of dollars per month. If you have questions or would like help with your mortgage, you can call us at 800-930-9201 . "Nathan, I wanted you to know that everything went very well at our closing. It was quite pleasant. 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Home Equity Loans/Lines Overview Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage Home Equity Line of Credit Visa Platinum PowerHouse Loan Serving Members Since 1936 ONLINE BANKING Mortgage Calculator Rates & Terms Equifax: Get Your Credit Report New Account Identification Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage When you need money, the equity in your home can be one of your greatest financial resources. And with a Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage, you can borrow up to 100% of your home's value. You can use this equity in your home to pay off high-rate credit cards, make homeimprovements, finance your child's education, or finally take your dream vacation. Low, fixed rates Interest potentially tax deductible * Fixed terms up to 25 years Available for both owner occupied and non-owner occupied properties No maximum loan amount No pre-payment penalty Borrow as little at $10,000 Apply online! [ Back To Top ] Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit With USEs Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit, you can make the big purchases or investments you have been dreaming about while paying only the interest on a monthly basis. And with an introductory rate as low as only 6.50% APR* , you can get the cash you need for one low monthly payment. You can access your Interest-Only HELOC through a checkbook or ATM card. Low, variable rates APR as low as 6.50% for the first six months * Credit lines up to $500,000 No points, fees, or upfront costs ** Checkbook and ATM access No annual fee Primary residence or rental property - same low rate One of the industrys lowest floors (1.00%) and ceilings(11.99%) Tax-deductible interest in most cases *** Apply online! *Rates effective as of 12/1/2005. An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as low as Prime Rate minus 0.50% is valid for the first 6 months from the date of loan origination. Currently, your discounted rate would be as low as 6.50% APR. Thereafter, your rate may be as low as the Prime Rate, as published in The Wall Street Journal, which is currently 7.00%. Prime Rate may change at any time, although your rate is subject to change quarterly. The maximum APR is 11.99%. The $35 Annual Fee is waived for the first year and assessed on your anniversary date any year thereafter when your balance is less than $10,000. To qualify for the lowest rate, members must have above-average established credit and meet certain loan-to-value ratios. For loan amounts in excess of $250,000, the borrower is responsible for paying all actual costs incurred, based on the loan amount established. Offer available for new home equity lines of credit on both owner- and non-owner occupied, 1-4 unit properties, in the state of California. If the loan is closed within the first three years from the origination date, an Early Account Closure Fee may be assessed on loans with credit limits of $250,000 or less. A Reconveyance Fee will be charged when your loan is paid in full. Consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of interest. Certain limitations apply. Loans subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. [ Back To Top ] Home Equity Line of Credit Platinum Visa With USE's Home Equity Line of Credit Platinum Visa, you can access the equity in your home with the convenience of a Platinum Visa credit card. And, at an introductory rate as low as only 6.50% APR * , it's the low-rate opportunity of a lifetime. Use your Home Equity Line of Credit for just about anything, like purchasing a new car, paying for your child's education, taking your dream vacation, or remodeling your home. Low, variable rates APR as low as 6.50% for the first six months * Credit lines up to $500,000 No points, fees, or upfront costs * Platinum Visa, check, or cash access No annual fee * Primary residence or rental property - same low rate 100% tax-deductible interest * One of the industry's lowest floors (1.00%) and ceilings (11.99%) Apply online! For important disclosure information, click here . *Rates effective as of 12/1/2005. An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as low as Prime Rate minus 0.50% is valid for the first 6 months from the date of loan origination. Currently, your discounted rate would be as low as 6.50% APR. Thereafter, your rate may be as low as the Prime Rate, as published in The Wall Street Journal, which is currently 7.00%. Prime Rate may change at any time, although your rate is subject to change quarterly. The maximum APR is 11.99%. The $35 Annual Fee is waived for the first year and assessed on your anniversary date any year thereafter when your balance is less than $10,000. To qualify for the lowest rate, members must have above-average established credit and meet certain loan-to-value ratios. For loan amounts in excess of $250,000, the borrower is responsible for paying all actual costs incurred, based on the loan amount established. Offer available for new home equity lines of credit on both owner- and non-owner occupied, 1-4 unit properties, in the state of California. If the loan is closed within the first three years from the origination date, an Early Account Closure Fee may be assessed on loans with credit limits of $250,000 or less. A Reconveyance Fee will be charged when your loan is paid in full. Consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of interest. Certain limitations apply. Loans subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. [ Back To Top ] PowerHouse Loan The PowerHouse Loan is based on your creditworthiness not the equity in your home. Therefore, you can access the funds youneed even if you only recently purchased your home. Low, fixed rates Interest Potentially Tax Deductible * No appraisal required Borrow $5,000 to $15,000 5- to 7-year terms In most circumstances, funds can be available in as little as 10 days No pre-payment penalty Available on owner occupied properties only Apply online! Special Note: Even if you currently have a Home Equity Credit Line or Second Trust Deed with USE, you may still qualify for aPowerHouse Loan. However, if your equity credit line or second trust deed is held by another financial institution, we cannot arrangea PowerHouse Loan unless we pay off the existing loan. Owner-occupied residences only. [ Back To Top ] All loans are subject to approval. Home Equity and PowerHouse Loans are not available when your first mortgage has a balloon payment. California properties only. A fee will be charged for reconveyance when your loan is paid in full.*Please consult with your tax advisor for IRS guidelines on the deductibility of interest payments. Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Platinum Visa * Annual Percentage Rate 6.50 % Variable Rate Information Annual Percentage Rate varies quarterly based on the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate plus a margin. Variable Rate not to exceed 11.99% or be less than 1.00%. Grace period for the repayment of the balance of purchases On new purchases paid in full by payment due date as set forth on your periodic statement. Method of computing the balance for purchases Average Daily Balance Method(including current transactions) Annual Fee $35.00. Waived for the first year; waived if balance is $10,000 or greater. Cash Advance Fee None Late Payment Charge $10.00 if your minimum monthly payment is more than 10 days late Overlimit Fee $10.00 for each billing cycle we receive a purchase or advance which causes you to be over the limit. Effective Date December 1, 2005 * Index of 7.00% - 0.50% = 6.50%. Index of 7.00% + 1.50% = 8.50%, effectiveDecember 1, 2005.Rates and Terms subject to change at any time. USE is an Equal Housing Lender [ Back To Top ]

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