Rate & term refi

Relax into a new rate & lighter payment

Could save over time with a new rate

Explore lower monthly payment options

Change your loan term to match goals

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“We refinanced to consolidate debt and move from a 30-year to a 15-year mortgage. The process was quick, easy, and completed in about two weeks.”

- Travis & Dee

The ins & outs of rate and term refis

Key benefits

Lower monthly payment

Refinance to a better rate or adjust your term to get a lighter payment,

Upgrade your terms

Go longer for breathing room or shorter to pay less interest overall.

Lock a new rate

Move into a rate that brings stability now and possible savings over time.

What's required

Equity matters

Most loans require a minimum equity level. We’ll always confirm what you need.

Financial review

Expect a quick check of your credit, income, and current debts.

Closing costs

Expect 2–5% of the loan amount in closing costs, often rolled into the new loan.

Explore, compare, find the right fit

Best for

Closing cost

Credit score

Rate-and-Term refi

Rate-and-Term refi
Cash-out refi

Rate-and-Term refi

Best for

Lowering rate, payment, or changing term

Closing cost

2%–5% of the loan amount

Credit score

580+

Best for

Take cash out and get a new rate

Closing cost

2%–5% of the loan amount

Credit score

620+

Cash-out refi

Rate-and-Term refi
Cash-out refi

Cash-out refi

Best for

Lowering rate, payment, or changing term

Closing cost

2%–5% of the loan amount

Credit score

580+

Best for

Take cash out and get a new rate

Closing cost

2%–5% of the loan amount

Credit score

620+

Rate-and-Term refi

Cash-out refi

Best for

Lowering rate, payment, or changing term

Take cash out and get a new rate

Closing cost

2%–5% of the loan amount

2%–5% of the loan amount

Credit score

580+

620+

Questions? We’ve got answers.

We know you have questions, and we’re here to answer them.

With this type of refinance, you:

  • Apply for a new mortgage which pays off your existing one.
  • Choose a shorter or longer term with a new payment and interest rate.
  • Need to qualify based on factors like your credit and income.
  • Will pay closing costs that can be rolled into your new mortgage.

With Rocket Mortgage, the average is about 20 days, but this can be shorter or longer depending on how quickly we can verify certain details.

A rate & term refinance replaces your current mortgage with a new one, typically to lower your interest rate or change your loan term.

Unlike a cash-out refinance, you’re not borrowing extra money—just changing the rate, the term, or both to save over time.

Rocket Mortgage services the majority of the loans it originates. This means you’ll likely continue making your payments to Rocket Mortgage and enjoy our award-winning servicing for the life of your loan.

Yes, you can refinance with Rocket Mortgage even if your current loan is with another lender. Many homeowners choose to refinance with a new lender to get better rates, terms, or service.

Learn more about ways to refinance