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Refinance Common Questions and Answers Everyone is always looking for a way to save a few
extra bucks each month and there is no easier way to save money more than
refinancing your house or vehicle. Here are answers to some of the most common
questions relating to refinancing. What is a Refinance? A refinance car loan essentially is paying off your existing car loan and just
getting another loan at a lower interest rate, extended term and ultimately a lower
payment. Even if getting a better interest rate is not in the cards for you
based on your credit profile, many consumers reset the term of their loan which
makes a big impact on lowering those monthly payments. Do this along with a better
interest rate and you could save a significant amount. Most lenders do
not charge any fees associated with getting the loan, although many banks and
credit unions will require you to have an account with them, which may be
required to have a minimum balance. Who Can Refinance? Anyone who has a current vehicle financed can refinance that loan. However,
there are certain vehicle parameters that vary by lender. Most will refinance
any vehicle that is 2004 or newer that has less than 80,000 miles. There are some
that will refinance up to 100,000 miles so if you fall into that category, be
sure to search around. Any consumer who wants to lower their monthly payments,
or just get a lower interest rate, can find a way to refinance a car loan. Companies
that offer refinance loans will run a credit check, and based on that will
either approve or deny your application. Regardless of your credit, you can
find a lender willing to help. Why Should I Refinance? In the last few months, interest rates have dropped to historic lows. By
choosing to refinance a car loan you can likely save yourself a good amount of
money each month. Your new loan will very likely have a lower interest rate,
and a longer term than your current loan, both of which will lower your monthly
payments. Refinancing is also a great way to build equity in your vehicle so
you can get it paid off sooner. Where Do I Refinance? Most financial institutions will have options to help you refinance a car loan, but if you choose to refinance a car loan online, the process is much
faster and easier for you to complete. OpenRoad Lending has an easy online
application that takes just a few minutes to complete. Once approved, you can
download your loan documents and be on the OpenRoad to savings in a just a few
hours. Here are some other FAQ’s related to Refinancing
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