Debt Consolidation Calculator
Calculate the effect of combining other debt with your home mortgage. If you select Credit Card, Auto Loan, or Other but leave the interest rate blank, the calculator assumes a rate of 17.5%
Debt consolidation with a mortgage refinance is a smart move when the interest on your mortgage is lower than the interest on your other debts. To do this, you consolidate your debts into one loan and do what's called a cash-out refinance of your mortgage. You take any equity you've built up in your home and cash it out, taking the proceeds to pay off your consolidated loans.
This type of loan is best done when the economy is low, the government is trying to stimulate the economy by lowering interest rates, and your credit score is high enough to qualify for a decent loan rate. Debt consolidation with a cash-out refinance can be a great way to save money.