Avoid Refinance Scams: How to Spot Bad Deals
- Racheli Refael Smilovits
- Oct 26
- 1 min read
Not every refinance offer is what it seems.
A few years ago, a client came to me ready to sign a refinance loan that looked great on paper. The promise was lower payments and fast approval. But when we reviewed the details together, the numbers told a different story.
The refinance would have cost her thousands of dollars in unnecessary fees and long-term interest. The lender pushing it was focused on commission—not the client’s financial future.
We ran a full analysis, compared scenarios, and realized it wasn’t the right move. She chose not to proceed, and years later, she still refers clients to me because of that one honest conversation.
The lesson: always look beyond the surface. A lower payment isn’t always a better deal. Seek transparency, ask questions, and work with someone who will tell you the truth—even if it means advising you not to move forward.
Racheli RefaelFairway HOME Mortgage | NMLS #64918📞 954-800-0330🌐 rachelimortgageteam.com
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