If you’ve been looking to make your mortgage work better for you, now’s your time. Lower-income homeowners can now explore two refinancing programs designed specifically to meet their needs. Because everyone deserves the opportunity to benefit from a better rate, more manageable payment, and more savings.
Freddie Mac’s Refi Possible® is an option for borrowers who make at or below 80% of the area median income looking to refinance their mortgage. Eligible borrowers with a Freddie Mac-owned single-family mortgage can get a reduced interest rate and lower monthly mortgage payment, with the minimum rate reduced by at least half of a percentage point and at least $50 savings on monthly mortgage payments.
Fannie Mae’s RefiNowTM is a refinancing program for qualifying homeowners to lower their monthly housing costs with the help of today’s historically low interest rates. Available to borrowers at or below 80% of the area median income with debt-to-income (DTI) ratios up to 65%, RefiNow helps to address some of the barriers to refinancing and can provide a path to creditworthy borrowers who may not have previously qualified.
Refi Possible® highlights
- Available to borrowers with an eligible Freddie Mac mortgage and loan-to-value ratio up to 97%, a debt payment-to-income ratio up to 65%, a minimum FICO® Score of 620 or higher, and income at or below 80% of the area median income.
- Borrowers can roll up to $5,000 in closing costs into their mortgage, providing a solution for those with limited cash to close.
- Homeowners can benefit from a reduced interest rate as well as a lower monthly mortgage payment.
- Homeowners can also receive a $500 credit for an appraisal if one is required.
RefiNowTM highlights
- Available to borrowers with an eligible Fannie Mae mortgage with a loan-to-value ratio up to 95%, a debt payment-to-income ratio up to 65%, a minimum FICO® Score of 620 or higher, and income at or below 80% of the area median income.
- Borrowers can roll up to $5,000 in closing costs into their mortgage, providing a solution for those with limited cash to close.
- Homeowners can benefit from a reduced interest rate as well as a lower monthly mortgage payment.
- Homeowners can also receive a $500 credit for an appraisal if one is required.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Embrace, my local bank, and a broker?
How long has Embrace been in business?
How much can I afford?
- Your debt-to-income ratio (your total monthly payments as a percentage of your gross monthly income)
- Cash you have available for a down payment and closing costs
- Your credit history
- The value of the home you’re buying
Can I pay my mortgage online?
Yes you can! Please use the following link to make payments. If you do not have an account you must create one the first time.