After establishing a home loan, many Kiwis like to set and forget. Aside from making repayments and glancing at a bank statement each month, they go about their lives, never thinking about their home loan.
However, regularly reviewing your home loan and financial situation can help you save thousands on interest and help you pay off your mortgage quicker. Whether you’re looking to restructure your loan or refix your interest rates, the experts at MortgageDesign are here to help.
We understand that everyone is different and needs a solution tailored to fit their specific requirements. Our mortgage advisors will take an in-depth look at your financial situation and consider your future financial objectives to determine the best course of action.
However, one thing remains consistent for all our clients: we adopt a no-hassle approach, ensuring a stress-free and straightforward process.
MortgageDesign can help you obtain any grant you may be eligible for to assist with your initial deposit. We’re home loan experts who can talk you through all the steps of the process.
locking in an interest rate for a new term once your existing fixed term rate expires. This is a great opportunity to make the most of any changes in the market and lock in a better fixed interest rate.
Refinancing your home loan is an option available to anyone with a mortgage. Refinancing can provide opportunities to streamline your debts, secure a lower interest rate, or give access to new products through a different lender.
Depending on your situation, you can save thousands of dollars by switching providers.
To help you determine whether or not refinancing or refixing is right for you, get in touch with a MortgageDesign mortgage adviser today.
If you’re looking for consistency in your monthly repayments, then having a fixed interest rate may be for you. However, when your fixed-rate term is coming to an end, it’s important to engage with a specialised and unbiased professional who can re-negotiate a new fixed rate on your behalf.
Before choosing to refinance or refix, it’s always worthwhile having your mortgage adviser go over your finances with you to help you make an informed decision.
To help you determine whether or not refinancing or refixing is right for you, get in touch with a MortgageDesign mortgage adviser today.
So, you’re wondering if you should refinance or refix your lending. Where do you begin? We’ve broken down some of the most frequently asked questions to help you understand your way around refinancing and refixing.
This completely depends on your personal circumstances. Would you prefer the security of knowing exactly what your repayments will be for the duration of the term, or would you rather wait and see how the market fares?
If interest rates are going down, a floating rate might look better – but the same also applies the other way! People often choose to structure their loans with a mixture of the two.
Here at MortgageDesign, we understand how complex interest rates can be – so feel free to get in touch with us so we can talk you through the process. We’ll do all of the hard work, such as:
And investigating the other mortgage options on offer
When we’re talking hundreds of thousands of dollars, a fraction of a percent change in interest rate or repayments can save you valuable funds! In saying that, life is not all about money so it’s best to borrow with the lender that will result in the most savings across the long term. The team here at MortgageDesign are experts when it comes to first home loans and can talk you through all of your mortgage questions.
Many people only think about refinancing or refixing when their current fixed term interest rate is nearing the end. In most cases, this is because lenders can charge a break fee to end a fixed term early. This amount can sometimes offset any potential savings.
It’s best to explore refinancing or refixing when your personal or financial situation changes in a way that impacts your income and expenses. A few examples could include:
When transferring lenders, there may be costs you need to consider. These could include:
The team here at MortgageDesign can assist you in determining which of these costs might apply to your situation.
Here at MortgageDesign, we’re an independent and impartial source. We’re here to find great home loan deals on your behalf and ensure you’re getting the best deal possible.
As mortgage brokers, we also have more options available to us when it comes to finding a mortgage solution. Lenders have very different lending criteria, so you may be selling yourself short by only talking to one of them!
If you’d like to find out more about how we can help you begin your refixing and refinancing journey,
Ready to take the next step toward your new home? Reach out to the best mortgage broker in Auckland.