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Cash-Out Refinancing in Virginia

Are you struggling to keep pace with high-rate credit card debt? Do you need some cash to replace your HVAC system? If so, a cash-out refinance might be a smart financial move for you. Like a traditional refinance⁴, this lending option allows you to adjust your loan term and interest rate. However, you can also convert your home’s equity into cash. Sounds awesome, right?

Keep scrolling to learn more about cash-out refinancing in Virginia. Or, if you’re short on time, read our 45-second summary below.

• In a cash-out refinance, you take out a larger mortgage. With this money, you pay off your original loan and then pocket the difference.
• This cash can be used for anything – from debt consolidation to medical bills.
• To qualify for a cash-out refinance, you must have equity in your home.
• A cash-out refinance is a risky choice for some homeowners.

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Contents

• What Is a Cash-Out Refinance?
• How Does a Cash-Out Refinance Work?
• Types of Cash-Out Refinance Loans Offered in Virginia
• Am I Eligible for a Cash-Out Refinance in Virginia?
• How Much Cash Can You Get On a Refinance in Virginia?
• Benefits & Disadvantages of a Cash-Out Refinance
• Cash-Out Refinance vs. Home Equity Loan: Which Is Right for You?
• What Fees Are Associated With a Cash-Out Refinance?
• Other Factors to Consider With a Virginia Cash-Out Refinance

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What Is a Cash-Out Refinance?

In a cash-out refinance, Virginia homeowners secure a new, larger mortgage to pay off their primary loan³. They then pocket the difference at closing. Simply put, a cash-out refinance is a way to refinance – meaning you can adjust your loan term and hunt for a lower interest rate – while borrowing extra money at the same time.

There are no restrictions on how you spend the proceeds from a cash-out refinance. However, savvy borrowers typically use it to consolidate higher-interest debts, pay for college, or make home renovations.

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How Does a Cash-Out Refinance Work?

A cash-out refinance hinges on your home’s equity – the difference between what you owe on your mortgage and what your home is currently worth. So, if your home is worth $350,000 and you owe $250,000 on your mortgage, you have $100,000 of equity.

Since most mortgage lenders in Virginia only let borrowers cash out 80% of their home’s value, you would be able to pocket $30,000 in this example.

How did we get those numbers?

• $350,000 (home’s current value) x .80 (maximum cash-out percentage) = $280,000
• We then subtracted the outstanding loan balance from that amount: $280,000 – $250,000 = $30,000

In this cash-out refinance example, you would take out a new loan for $280,000. This larger mortgage would pay off your original loan. Then at closing, you would be cut a check for $30,000.

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Types of Cash-Out Refinance Loans
Offered in Virginia

Not sure which cash-out refinancing option suits your needs? Take a look at the cash-out refinancing loans we offer, then get in touch to meet your Mortgage Coach.

Just like Frank Beamer, former football coach for the Virginia Tech Hokies, your Mortgage Coach is here to help you make a game plan. They can also answer any questions you have during the refinancing process. 

• FHA Cash-Out: Perfect for homeowners with lower credit scores. 
• VA Cash-Out: Allows eligible veterans to cash out 100% of their home’s equity. 
• Conventional Cash-Out: Designed for homeowners with at least 20% equity. 
• Jumbo Cash-Out: A type of nonconforming conventional loan that exceeds standard lending limits.

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How Much Cash Can You Get On a Refinance in Virginia?

The amount of cash you can pocket depends on your home’s value. To determine how your property measures up, you’ll need to secure an appraisal. A real estate appraisal is a professional assessment of a home’s worth using an in-person inspection and recent sales of similar properties. An appraisal costs between $400 and $600 in Virginia. 

After the appraisal, your Virginia mortgage lender will calculate a maximum loan amount. This amount is typically 80% of your home’s value. However, the specific cash-out limitations vary from lender to lender. Virginia VA lenders⁵, for instance, typically allow borrowers to cash out 90% to 100% of their home’s value.

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Benefits & Disadvantages of a Cash-Out Refinance

We know what you’re thinking: “Extra cash to fix the leaky roof?! Sign me up!” But as with all good things, there’s a catch. Though a cash-out refinance lets homeowners tap into their hard-earned equity, it’s risky. If you can’t keep pace with your larger mortgage payments, you could default on your loan.

Plus, refinancing comes at a cost. Homeowners can expect to pay between 2% and 6% of their loan amount on closing costs. So, if your new loan amount is $250,000, get ready to fork out between $5,000 and $15,000. Closing can also take up to 60 days.

Of course, there’s a silver lining. A cash-out refinance is an excellent choice for someone who wants to adjust their loan term or possibly lower their interest rate while unlocking the cash they need. Financial advisors simply urge homeowners to invest this money wisely.

Ready to get started? Contact us online or give our refinancing experts a call at 757-280-1994 to begin the process!

Cash-Out Refinance vs. Home Equity Loan: Which Is Right for You?

There are two avenues for unlocking your home’s equity: a cash-out refinance or a home equity loan. Though these lending tools both have their merits, they work in very different ways. In cash-out refinancing, you replace your existing mortgage with a larger loan. But with a home equity loan, you take out a secondary loan using your home’s equity as collateral. 

Neither lending option restricts what you can spend the money on. That means you can use it to pay for home renovations or student loans. But with this flexibility comes risk. Both a cash-out refinance and a home equity loan put your house on the line. If you default, you’re toast. 

Generally, homeowners tend toward cash-out refinancing because it keeps things simple. Rather than juggle two mortgage payments, your debts get rolled into one. However, some homeowners shoot for a home equity loan to avoid high closing costs.

Still debating the merits of each lending option? Contact us by calling 757-280-1994 to get in touch with a Mortgage Coach. We can help you pick the right option.

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What Fees Are Associated With a Cash-Out Refinance?

Nothing in this life is free, a cash-out refinance included. As with any refinance⁴, you should expect to pay closing costs. These costs typically include things like loan origination fees and title searches and typically range between 2% and 6% of mortgage – that’s $8,000 to $24,000 on a $400,000 house.

Also, homeowners should be wary of private mortgage insurance (PMI). If you borrow more than 80% of your home’s value, you’ll be required to pay for PMI. Though PMI is only 0.55% to 2.25% of your loan amount each year, that adds up quickly. Just 1% of $400,000 is $4,000, for example.

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Other Factors to Consider With a Virginia Cash-Out Refinance

If you have mounting student debt or an outdated kitchen to remodel, we get it. High interest rates suck and so does floral wallpaper from the 1980s. You may see a cash-out refinance as an avenue for achieving your personal and financial goals while also adjusting your mortgage term. 

But before you take the plunge, read through these considerations:

• Foreclosure Risk: A cash-out refinance has its benefits; however, it also has its risks. When you increase your mortgage principal, you also increase the probability that you’ll default on your loan.
• Higher Interest Rates: Though rates for cash-out refinance loans vary by lender, they are 0.125% to 0.5% higher than rates for a no-cash-out refinance. Why? Because you’re borrowing more money and, typically, a bigger mortgage equates to a higher interest rate.
• Bad Habits: If you’re considering a cash-out refinance to consolidate high-interest consumer debt, remember that a lump sum won’t change your habits. If you end up maxing out your credit cards even after your refinance, you’ll have even more debt than you started with.

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The Dash Refinancing Process for Virginia Homeowners

Wanna know a secret? The average mortgage refinance lender in Virginia sucks. Yup, we said it – and we’ll say it again. That’s because loan officers make refinancing super complicated and confusing. And when you have a question or need help deciphering legalese, they’re too busy downing burritos with extra guac to answer your phone call. (At least, that’s what we think they’re doing).

At Dash Home Loans, we don’t suck. Instead, we offer homeowners a smooth and easy refinancing process. We’ve cut out the middleman (i.e., faceless loan processors) and kept everything in-house so we have more control. Simply put, you’ll close on your cash-out refinance a lot faster. Only then will we celebrate with burritos. Ready to get rolling? Put in your order!

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