Refinancing $200,000 from 7.50% to 7.00%
Estimated monthly saving
$111
$1,441 → $1,331 · closing costs $5,500 · break-even 50 months
Monthly saving after refinancing
$111
$1,441 → $1,331 per month (principal & interest)
Closing costs$5,500
Break-even50 months
Interest left on current loan$267,036
Interest on new loan$279,018
Net result over 7 years+$3,812
Refinancing does not pay off within a reasonable window at these numbers (break-even 50 months). Try a bigger rate drop or lower closing costs.
Rate drop: 0.50%. Figures exclude escrow changes and any discount points.
What happens at nearby new rates
| New rate | Monthly saving | Break-even | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.75% | $144 | 39 mo | Worth it |
| 7.00% | $111 | 50 mo | Marginal |
| 7.25% | $77 | 72 mo | Marginal |
| 7.50% | $43 | 128 mo | Marginal |
Choosing the new term
| New term | New P&I | Monthly change | Total interest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 years | $1,798 | +$356 | $123,578 |
| 20 years | $1,551 | +$109 | $172,143 |
| 30 years | $1,331 | −$111 | $279,018 |
FAQ
Is it worth refinancing $200,000 from 7.50% to 7.00%?
At these numbers it is marginal: the saving is $111 per month against about $5,500 of closing costs, so break-even is 50 months. Over 7 years the net result is $3,812.
How much interest does refinancing save?
Your current loan has about $267,036 of interest left. The new 30-year loan carries about $279,018. On a pure interest basis the difference is $11,982 more — remember the new loan also restarts the term.
What if rates drop further?
Every extra 0.25% lower on the new rate adds roughly $33 per month in savings on this balance, which shortens the break-even window.