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Time to Refinance?

With interest rates low, many fixed-rate mortgage holders are wondering if it's a good idea to refinance to a lower rate. As with most things in finance, the answer is not simple. Depending on your situation, a refi could either be a sure-fire money saver or could end up costing more money than it saves you.

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