MORTGAGE.INFO LENDER HOTLINE: 888-581-5008 If you’re underwater on your current mortgage, there are options that can help you. You could be eligible to refinance your home without the worry of having to pay mortgage insurance or pay down the principal on your existing mortgage. What is the HARP Loan Program? With HARP you can get a lower interest rate than your existing loan, you could also shorten your loan term, or change from an adjustable to a fixed rate mortgage and there’s no minimum credit score. HARP Qualifications Current on your existing mortgage No more than 30 days late payments made to your mortgage in the last 6 months Your home is your primary residence Your loan is backed by Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae Your existing mortgage loan originated before May 31, 2009 Your current LTV (Loan-to-value) ratio must be greater than 80% Included in the HARP program No “Underwater” Limits- Borrowers can now refinance their mortgage regardless to how far their home has dropped in value. No Appraisals and No Underwriting- Your refinance process will be much faster and smoother without having to get an appraisal or having to get your loan underwritten. Modified Fees- Some risk based fees have been reduced for borrowers who refinance into a shorter term loan. Less Paperwork- Now when you use the HARP program to refinance, lenders don’t require income verification making for a lot less paperwork. Program Deadline- Act fast if you’re contemplating the HARP refinance program, because it’s set to end December 31, 2016.