Mortgage companies and loan officers have the unique opportunity to help ease financial concerns for millions of Americans. People are turning to the equity in their homes now more than ever to help navigate their financial future in this time of uncertainty. Refinancing a mortgage not only locks in a low rate and helps save on the monthly payment, but even more importantly for many right now it provides the opportunity to tap into their equity and get much needed cash. This can offer homeowners tremendous financial relief amid great economic uncertainty.
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Customer Retention in a Refi-Ready Atmosphere
With mortgage rates plummeting so quickly, millions of homeowners could benefit from refinancing their home. The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to a record low of 3.29%, Freddie Mac reported this week. That’s down from the previous low of 3.31% in November 2012, in the wake of the financial crisis.