Refinance calculator
Estimate available equity, penalty, new mortgage amount, and payment change before deciding whether a refinance conversation makes sense.
Estimates only, not mortgage, legal, tax, or financial advice.
Determining the equity in your home
Your refinance at a glance
New mortgage estimate
New monthly payment
$3,542
Monthly frequency
Payment change
-$958
Estimated decrease
Penalty estimate
$7,500
Standard estimate
Loan-to-value
80.00%
Based on the new mortgage amount
Payment movement
Equity access
$40,000 requested, $32,500 after penalty.
Penalty method
Estimated as the greater of three months interest or a standard IRD proxy.
Decision context
Compare the payment change, available equity, and term penalty before requesting lender quotes.
Cash available
$40,000
New rate used
4.50%
Next step
Use this as a planning estimate, then request a personalized quote and payout review.
Refinance estimates are for educational planning only and are not mortgage, legal, tax, or financial advice. Exact penalties, rates, refinance amounts, and lender rules vary by contract and qualification.
