Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Is This the Right Time to Re-Negotiate Your Mortgage?

Are you currently locked-in with your mortgage?

With today's low interest rates, more and more consumers are questioning whether or not they should consider paying the penalty on their remaining mortgage term and locking-in at a lower rate. Depending on the penalty your bank will charge you on your current mortgage, it may very well be a sound decision to pay the penalty and obtain a better rate.

Most lenders charge the greater of a 3 months interest penalty, or Interest Rate Differential (IRD). The only way to know for sure what the penalty will be, is to contact your current lender directly and request this information. This is the first step in determining if it is a good idea to re-negotiate. The second step is simply to give us a call. We will calculate new mortgage scenarios for you (ie - fixed rate versus variable rate) in order to assist you with which option works best for you.

Whichever term or option you choose, we will discuss with you what your savings will be, and help you make the right decision. This is a free service we offer - there is no obligation to you!