Refinance Break-Even Calculator

Refinancing only pays off once the monthly savings cover the closing costs. Compare your current loan to a new one and see the break-even month.

Current loan

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Monthly savings

$373.45

Current payment$2,281.74
New payment$1,908.29
Break-even17 months
Interest on current loan$391,902
Interest on new loan$366,983
Lifetime savings after costs$18,419

How this works

Stretching the term back out to 30 years can lower the monthly payment while raising total interest — check both numbers before deciding. If you plan to move before the break-even month, refinancing likely costs you money.

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