Mortgage refi rates increased slightly on Thursday after three days of declining averages. Last week, 30-year mortgage refinance rates plunged to a 19-month low.

Mortgage rates have fallen significantly in 2024, opening the door for recent buyers to refinance. But the interest rate you pay isn't the only consideration when deciding whether to refinance your mortgage.

After plunging last week to a 19-month low, but then rising back up, 30-year refi rates have again begun dropping—three days in a row. Most other refi rates have also dipped.

Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level since early 2023. Should you apply to refinance? Keep reading to find out.

There are a lot of reasons why people decide to refinance a mortgage. You may want to take advantage of lower interest rates, which can save you thousands of dollars. Or, you might want to access some of the equity you’ve built up in your home for a big project.

Refinancing your mortgage can help you get a lower monthly payment. You also have the opportunity to change up your loan type and term. A cash-out refinance is another mortgage refinancing option that lets you convert home equity into cash. That lump sum could pay for a home renovation or to retire high-interest credit card or student loan debt.

When you need cash and own a home, your equity is valuable. But should you refinance your home or get a reverse mortgage instead? Let’s look at the options.

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