Rate & Term Refinance Calculator — Calculate Mortgage Refinance Savings

Rate & Term Refinance Calculator

Calculate potential savings from rate and term refinancing. Compare your current mortgage with a new loan to see monthly payment reductions, interest savings, and break-even analysis.

Step 1: Current Loan Details

6.5%

Understanding Rate & Term Refinancing

Rate and term refinancing replaces your existing mortgage with a new loan at a different interest rate and/or term length. This can lower monthly payments, reduce total interest paid, or shorten the loan term.

Step 2: New Loan Details

5.25%

About Closing Costs

Closing costs typically range from 2% to 5% of the loan amount. These include lender fees, appraisal, title insurance, and other settlement costs. Consider these when calculating your break-even point.

Refinance Savings Results

Summary
Loan Comparison
Breakdown

Estimated Monthly Savings

$312
Refinancing from 6.5% to 5.25%
Current Monthly Payment
$1,864
New Monthly Payment
$1,552
Break-Even Period
16 months
Total Interest Savings
$74,280

Loan Term Comparison

Loan Term Monthly Payment Total Interest Savings vs 30-year

Payment Breakdown

Refinance Calculation Formula

Monthly Payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n – 1]

P = Loan principal, r = Monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12), n = Total number of payments (term in years × 12)

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