Mortgage : Home Loans : Refinance : Home Equity Loans

By Jane A. Hale

Financial experts usually strongly discourage filing bankruptcy, because of the difficulty that filers face when applying for loans and other forms of credit. While it can be more difficult to get approved for fair rates and terms with a bankruptcy on your credit report, it is far from impossible. In fact, getting an Oregon mortgage refinance after bankruptcy may be less of a challenge than getting a credit card.

Getting Approved for a Refinance

Refinancing an Oregon mortgage isn’t exactly the same as getting other types of loans or credit. This is because you already have one mortgage. By refinancing, you are doing nothing more than replacing this loan, which you were already approved for once, with a new mortgage loan.

Getting Turned Down for a Refinance

There are basically only two reasons that a lender will deny your application for an Oregon mortgage refinance loan after bankruptcy: a lack of affordability and a decrease in the value of your home. If you can’t afford the loan because of high debt or low income, you will be hard pressed to find a lender who will approve you. If you can afford the loan, but your home is worth less than your original mortgage, you may also have difficulty. Fortunately, there have been strong price gains in Oregon real estate over the years. Chances are your home is worth much more than even you anticipate.

Is Refinancing a Good Idea?

Refinancing isn’t right for everyone, especially after bankruptcy. If you are considering a post-bankruptcy Oregon mortgage refinance, you will want to carefully evaluate whether or not the refinance will benefit you and then base your decision on your findings. If you need some advice or a second opinion, you could contact a mortgage broker or financial consultant.

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