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Accessing Home Equity

Cash-Out Refinance Calculator

Tap equity while restructuring your mortgage.

What this calculator helps you estimate

This calculator estimates how much equity you may be able to convert to cash through a cash-out refinance, along with the estimated new payment.

A cash-out refinance replaces your existing mortgage with a larger loan and returns the difference as cash. Availability, loan-to-value caps, and pricing vary by program and credit profile.

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Results

Cash-out summary

Estimated cash available (after costs)$192,000
Current estimated equity$330,000
Illustrative max total loan$520,000
Available cash before costs$200,000
New estimated loan amount$378,000
New estimated payment$2,389.22
Loan-to-value after refi58.2%
Remaining equity after transaction$272,000

Interpretation

Maximum LTV, eligible cash-out, seasoning, credit, occupancy, and property requirements vary by loan program.

Understand the math

How this calculator works

A cash-out refinance replaces your existing mortgage with a larger one and returns the difference to you at closing. This calculator estimates how much cash you may be able to access based on your home's value, current balance, and a target loan-to-value limit.

Worked example

$500,000 home value, $280,000 current balance, refinancing to 80% loan-to-value with $6,000 in closing costs.

  1. New loan amount = $500,000 × 80% = $400,000
  2. Cash out = $400,000 − $280,000 (payoff) − $6,000 (costs) = $114,000

Estimated cash out ≈ $114,000, with a new estimated payment on the $400,000 loan.

How to read your results

Interpretation guidance

  • Loan-to-value caps vary by program and occupancy — investment properties typically allow less cash out than a primary residence.
  • Cash out increases your loan balance and monthly payment, even if your rate is similar to or lower than your current one.
  • Compare the new payment here to your current payment to see the full trade-off, not just the cash received.
  • This is an estimate — actual maximum LTV and available cash depend on appraisal, credit, and program guidelines.

Deeper answers

More questions about this calculator

How much cash can I get from a cash-out refinance?

It depends on your home's value, current mortgage balance, and the program's maximum loan-to-value limit. Many conventional cash-out refinances cap at 80% LTV; other programs may differ.

Do I have to use the cash for a specific purpose?

Usually not — common uses include debt consolidation, home improvements, education, or investment. A Vabasso expert can walk through the trade-offs.

Does cash-out refinancing cost more than rate-and-term refinancing?

Cash-out refinances often carry slightly higher pricing than rate-and-term refinances due to the added risk of a larger loan balance.

Will my payment go up after a cash-out refinance?

Often yes, since the new loan amount is larger — compare the new estimated payment to your current one before deciding.

Disclosure

Results are estimates for educational purposes only and are not a commitment to lend, loan approval, or official Loan Estimate. Actual rates, payments, costs, taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance, eligibility, and loan terms may vary.

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Answers

Frequently asked questions

How much cash can I get from a cash-out refinance?

It depends on your home's value, current mortgage balance, and the program's maximum loan-to-value limit. Many conventional cash-out refinances cap at 80% LTV; other programs may differ.

Do I have to use the cash for a specific purpose?

Usually not — common uses include debt consolidation, home improvements, education, or investment. A Vabasso expert can walk through the trade-offs.

Next step

Numbers are helpful. A personalized strategy is better.

Review your scenario with a Vabasso mortgage expert. No pressure, no obligation — just clear guidance for your next move.