05/29/2024
7 WAYS YOU CAN PREPARE FOR YOUR MORTGAGE RENEWAL:
1. Assess Your Current Financial Situation-Take a close look at your current income, expenses, and debt. Understanding your financial standing will help you plan for the future with clarity.
2. Budgeting is Key-Start budgeting now to accommodate higher mortgage payments in 2025. This will help you adjust to the new reality and avoid any financial strain.
3. Review Your Mortgage Term-Familiarize yourself with the terms of your existing mortgage and learn about your renewal options. Knowledge is power, and this information will guide your decisions.
4. Consult with a Mortgage Professional-Reach out to a qualified mortgage expert to discuss your renewal options in the context of rising interest rates. Their guidance can prove invaluable during this time.
5. Understand the Stress Test- In 2020, a stress test at 5.25% was introduced to safeguard against rising rates, and now we're experiencing that reality. If you're considering switching lenders at renewal, remember the stress test will be about 2% higher than your new interest rate.
6. Use your Prepayment PRIVILEGES-To counter future higher payments resulting from increased interest rates at renewal, think about increasing your regular mortgage payments or making lump sums if possible. By doing so, you can lower your overall mortgage amount effectively.
7. Pay Down as much Debt as Possible- Before your renewal date, focus on reducing your existing debt. Lower debt levels lead to a stronger mortgage application, improved cash flow, and reduced financial stress.
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