Refinancing Your Ohio Home: Do You Need a New Title Insurance Policy?

Refinancing Your Ohio Home: Do You Need a New Title Insurance Policy?

Why Refinancing Involves Title Insurance Even though you already own your home, refinancing means taking out a brand-new loan with a new lender, and that new lender wants its own title insurance policy protecting its lien position on the property. It doesn't matter that nothing has changed about who owns the home; the new mortgage …

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How Are Mortgage Payoffs Calculated?

How Are Mortgage Payoffs Calculated?

Selling your home or refinancing your current loan brings up a critical question: how much do you actually owe your lender? If you simply look at your most recent mortgage statement, you might be surprised to learn that the balance shown is not enough to clear your debt. The amount required to completely satisfy your …

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Understanding Mortgage Payoff Statements

Understanding Mortgage Payoff Statements

Selling your home or refinancing your current mortgage requires tying up a few financial loose ends. One of the most important documents you need during this transition is a mortgage payoff statement. This document shows exactly how much money it takes to satisfy your current home loan.  Understanding this document helps you prepare for a smooth …

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