What Are Refinance Penalties? When you refinance your mortgage before your current term ends, your lender may charge a prepayment penalty  to recover some of the interest they would have earned. View from The Guardian Tower in Calgary, showing how smart refinance timing protects your home’s value. These penalties are common in Alberta cities like Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Lethbridge , especially when homeowners refinance early to access equity or secure better rates. I

For many Alberta homeowners, especially in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Airdrie , home equity represents one of the most powerful financial tools available. Whether you are planning a renovation, consolidating debt, or investing in another property, the two main ways to access your home’s value are through a mortgage refinance  or a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) . Aerial view of a Calgary neighborhood with homes and a small lake. Understanding how these

Understanding Prepayment Penalties When you pay off your mortgage early, whether by selling your home, refinancing, or switching lenders, your lender may charge a prepayment penalty . These fees compensate lenders for the interest they lose when a borrower pays off their loan sooner than expected. Red Deer, Alberta, where smart mortgage planning helps homeowners avoid prepayment penalties. In Alberta, the amount depends on your mortgage type: Fixed-rate mortgages  often use t

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