π Refinancing Into a Conventional Loan: When It Makes Sense
π What Is a Rate-and-Term Refinance and When Does It Make Sense?
Big loans, big opportunities β letβs make your mortgage work for you.
π Understanding Jumbo Loan Refinance Options
If you currently have a jumbo mortgage β or need one for a jumbo loan refinance β you may be wondering whether itβs the right time to restructure.
π With rising property values and evolving rate environments, refinancing a jumbo loan can open the door to lower monthly payments, access to cash, or better financial flexibility through a jumbo loan refinance.
Hereβs what to know about jumbo loan refinance options in 2025 β and how to approach it strategically.
β What Is a Jumbo Refinance?
A jumbo refinance is when you:
- Replace your existing jumbo loan with a new one
- Adjust your rate, term, or monthly payment
- Optionally take cash out from your homeβs equity
You can refinance from:
- Jumbo β Jumbo
- Conforming β Jumbo (if youβre increasing loan size)
- Jumbo β Conforming (if your balance is now under the limit)
π In 2025, the national conforming loan limit is $806,500 (up to $1,209,750 in high-cost counties).
π» Why Refinance a Jumbo Loan?
πΉ Lower Your Interest Rate
- If rates have dropped since your original loan
- If your credit score or financials have improved
πΉ Reduce Your Monthly Payment
- Extend your term (e.g., 20 β 30 years)
- Move from an ARM to a fixed rate
πΉ Access Equity (Cash-Out Refinance)
- Tap into appreciation
- Use funds for renovations, debt consolidation, investments, or reserves
πΉ Remove or Add a Borrower
- After divorce, inheritance, or ownership changes
π§Ύ Jumbo Refinance Requirements (2025)
Requirement | Typical Expectation |
---|---|
Credit Score | 700+ (680 minimum with strong compensating factors) |
Equity | 10β20% minimum remaining after refi |
Debt-to-Income | Ideally under 43% |
Reserves | 6β12+ months of full PITI |
Documentation | Full income and asset verification (tax returns, W-2s, or bank statements) |
π‘ Self-employed borrowers can often qualify with alternative documentation through non-QM programs.
π° What About Cash-Out Jumbo Refinances?
Yes β you can take cash out on a jumbo refi if:
- Youβve built sufficient equity
- You meet post-cash-out reserve and LTV requirements
Typical maximum loan-to-value (LTV) for jumbo cash-out:
- 75β80% for primary residences
- 70β75% for second homes
- Lower for investment properties or non-owner-occupied
Weβll help run a full equity analysis before you apply.
π§ Fixed vs. ARM for Jumbo Refi?
βοΈ Fixed-rate jumbo is ideal for long-term stability
βοΈ ARM jumbo can offer lower initial rates if you plan to refinance or sell in 5β10 years
βοΈ Some programs also offer interest-only refinance options for added flexibility
Letβs break down the math together so you can choose confidently.
π’ Why PRMI?
At PRMI, we specialize in:
- Jumbo refinances for primary, secondary, and investment properties
- Interest rate reduction and cash-out strategies
- Fast, in-house underwriting and loan scenario analysis
- Traditional and non-QM jumbo programs
Whether youβre looking to save money, unlock equity, or build a smarter payment structure β weβre here to help you do it right.
π Want to Refinance a Jumbo Loan With Clarity and Confidence?
Letβs run the numbers and design a custom refinance strategy β whether you’re lowering your rate, pulling equity, or both.