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    The Annual Mortgage Review

    Your home is likely your largest asset, and your mortgage is your largest liability. Managing them once a year is the difference between "paying a bill" and "building wealth."

    The Expert Advice

    We recommend a 15-minute "checkup" every year. We look at your current interest rate, your home's new value, and your current debt. Often, we find ways to cancel PMI or shorten your term without increasing your payment.

    Common Mistakes

    The "Set it and Forget it" trap. Many homeowners pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) for years after their home has gained enough value to cancel it. That's $100-$300 a month thrown away.

    PMI Removal

    If your home value has increased, you might be able to remove PMI without even refinancing. We'll show you how.

    Debt Analysis

    High-interest credit cards? We can compare your current mortgage to a cash-out option to see if you can save $1,000+ per month.

    Rate Check

    Market rates fluctuate. We monitor the FRED data daily to tell you exactly when it's time to pull the trigger on a refi.

    Annual Review Framework

    • 1
      Check Current Equity

      We run a "soft" valuation on your home. If you have 20% equity, we look at PMI removal.

    • 2
      Review Life Changes

      New job? New baby? Planning to move in 2 years? Your mortgage strategy should change with your life.

    • 3
      Market Comparison

      We compare your current note to today's market. If the "math works," we present a plan.

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