Loan Refinance & Breakeven Calculator
Calculate how much you can save by refinancing an existing loan to a lower interest rate and determine how many months it takes to break even on refinancing closing costs.
Sensitivity Analysis
Evaluate how variations in key operational drivers impact Monthly Refinancing Savings.
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Formula & Methodology
Breakeven Months = Closing Costs / Monthly SavingsBalanceCurrent outstanding principal balance.
Old Rate (%)Existing annual interest rate on loan.
New Rate (%)Lower interest rate offered by new lender.
Closing CostsProcessing fees, legal appraisal, and transfer costs.
Practical Worked Example
A homeowner has Rs 35,00,000 remaining on a 15-year mortgage at 9.5% and considers refinancing to 8.4% with Rs 25,000 closing costs.
Interpretation & Industry Benchmarks
Refinancing is advantageous when you plan to remain in the property well past the breakeven timeline.
Recovers fees quickly and maximizes long-term savings.
Risk of moving or selling property before recovering costs.
Industry Nuance: Ensure your existing loan does not have prepayment penalty clauses (in India, floating rate home loans have 0% prepayment penalty by RBI rules).
Analytical Limitations
- Assumes borrower maintains the new loan for the entire remaining tenure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the breakeven period for refinancing?
The number of months of monthly EMI savings required to fully recover all upfront loan transfer fees and closing costs.