Refinancing Your Mortgage
Make Your Home Work For You
Want to lower your monthly mortgage payment or secure a lower interest rate? Would you like to take advantage of the equity in your home or move your adjustable rate loan to a fixed rate? If so, consider refinancing your mortgage.
While the process of refinancing is similar to applying for your first mortgage, we’re here to help you understand the pros and cons, options and costs, so the experience is as smooth as possible, and you can get back to focusing on memories, and not interest rates.
Possible Benefits of Refinancing Your Mortgage
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LOWER YOUR MONTHLY PAYMENT
Put extra money back into your budget. Rate-and-term finance replaces your current mortgage with a new, lower rates, meaning less to pay back each month.
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MANAGE DEBT BETTER
A Cash out refinance may be the option for you. Tap into your equity to pay off any high-interest debt like credit cards, car payments, or student loan debt.
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PAY OFF YOUR LOAN FASTER
Refinance from a 30-year loan to a shorter term and pay off your loan in as little as half the time! Pay less interest over the life of your loan as well.
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LOCK IN A LOW RATE
Switch from an adjustable-rate to a fixed rate mortgage, and keep one low and manageable interest rate for the life of your loan.
KUDOS!
I work with banks and credit unions on a daily basis, and FFCCU goes above and beyond to help its members. Thank you all for making the process easy to understand and treating me like a person.
-Jennifer
LeeAnn was super kind and super helpful, working faster than I imagined. I’ve been a member of FFCCU since I was a kid, and have never regretted it. Thanks for exceeding our expectations!
-Mallory
Wow!!! You give me the best customer service!!! I’m an 8-year Member and can say my Credit Union performs like nothing else. They take such a personal interest in all my issues, great and small.
-David W.
Tiffany Zifcak worked with me on my recent home equity loan and did an amazing job. She made the process quick and easy for me. Will be using FFCCU for more of my financial needs in the future.
-Mike K.
I would like to thank Meghan T., for taking her time with a loan we needed. We were nervous about coming in, but she was very thorough and helpful. Words can’t express how appreciated we felt!
-Alice & James D.
Big kudos to the West Side CLE branch. I secured my new car loan with a rate better than what the dealer was offering. FFCCU has always been my go-to for car loans for this very reason!
-Bridget E.
Once again, great service here! My membership goes back almost 40 years with Firefighters Community Credit Union. Never a disappointment.
-Dave
Love working with FFCCU – personal, motorcycle, and R.V. loans – they’ve got you covered, and it’s easy. We’ll be doing a lot more business in the future and recommend others do the same.
-Jason C.
Customer service is very understanding, and they make sure that your needs are met. I have been with the Firefighters Community Credit Union for over 40 years and I will remain a member.
-Teresa G.
Jenny and Victoria from the Wellington branch were super helpful with getting things going for me, and gave me peace of mind. So grateful for their help!
-Austin L.
I needed a new vehicle loan, and FFCCU beat other interest rates so dramatically it was a no “brainer.” I was so happy with the service I am switching all of my checking and savings over. Kudos...
-Amy B.
Lisa Snell helped me refinance an auto loan and was so very helpful and responsive throughout the entire process. She is always available and makes me feel comfortable and informed.
-Mandee
Why Refinance With FFCCU?
Many lenders may be looking to sell your loan once it’s completed, but at FFCCU we hold and service nearly all of the loans we originate. FFCCU is dedicated to being a lender you can trust, and a partner in your home ownership, far beyond your closing date.
Have Questions? Not Sure Where to Start?
Contact us and we’ll walk you through the process.
Our Rates
Type | Interest Rate* | APR** | Monthly Payment |
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30 year conventional loan | as low as 6.625%* | 6.847% APR** | $1,280.62 |
20 year conventional loan | as low as 6.375%* | 6.663% APR** | $1,476.46 |
15 year conventional loan | as low as 6.125%* | 6.484% APR** | $1,701.25 |
10 year conventional loan | as low as 5.875%* | 6.379% APR** | $2,207.88 |
*All rates and estimates listed are based on qualifying credit. Rates and payments may be higher depending on credit score or other factors pertaining to credit-worthiness. **Calculations are based on a $250,000 purchase with 20% cash down, resulting in the financing of $200,000. APRs reflect fees of $4,500 and terms described above (30, 20, 15, and 10-year fixed-rate conventional loans). Monthly payment does not include taxes and insurance premiums. The actual payment amount will be greater. Payment assumes a loan-to-value (LTV) of 80%. |
*Calculations are based on a $250,000 purchase with 20% cash down, resulting in the financing of $200,000. APRs reflect fees of $4,500 and terms described above (30, 20, 15, and 10-year fixed-rate conventional loans). Monthly payment does not include taxes and insurance premiums. The actual payment amount will be greater. Payment assumes a loan-to-value (LTV) of 80%. All rates and estimates listed are based on qualifying credit. Rates and payments may be higher depending on credit score or other factors pertaining to credit-worthiness.
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