refinance underlying co-op mortgage

December 28, 2021

The Step by Step Guide to Refinancing Your Underlying Co-op Mortgage

There are a lot of benefits to refinancing your underlying co-op mortgage. These include a lower interest rate and changing your loan term. Depending on your why, refinancing may be the right choice for your co-op mortgage. Borrowers save an average of $2,800 annually by refinancing their loans. With a 10-year loan, this would equal out to $28,000.  Underlying co-op mortgages have shorter terms than residential mortgages and often have balloon payments at the end, so refinancing is common with these types of loans.  Keep reading to understand how to refinance an underlying co-op mortgage.  What is an Underlying Co-Op Mortgage? It’s important to understand what a mortgage is and how an underlying mortgage differs. Co-ops have special mortgages and rules on how funding works. What is a Mortgage? A mortgage is a loan that uses a form of real estate as […]
December 28, 2021

10 Things to Avoid When Refinancing Your Underlying Co-op Mortgage

Did you know that mortgage rates have hit a 50-year low? If your building board is planning to refinance your building’s underlying mortgage in 2022, there are many pitfalls to avoid.  Some people might panic when they hear the phrase “refinance underlying co-op mortgage.” However, there are many benefits to this process. In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 things to look out for as you navigate this process.  First Step to Refinance Underlying Co-op Mortgage Before we get into the full list, let’s discuss the first steps. Refinancing a mortgage is one of the most important things your board will ever undertake. The implications of a refinance will impact every shareholder in your building.  If done correctly, a refinanced mortgage will affect the monthly maintenance costs for every shareholder. The market value of each dwelling will change.  The process […]