Factors to consider before refinancing a loan, according to experts [Video]

No ‘universal rule’ for refinancing a mortgage

Don’t wait to reassess credit card debt

Alternatively, borrowers can call their card issuer and ask for a lower interest rate on their current card. The average reduction is about 6 percentage points, one LendingTree survey found. “That’s like going from 25% to 19% and is way, way more impactful than anything the Fed’s going to do,” Schulz said.

Auto loan refinancing options depend on equity

Refinancing student debt can come with risks