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Underwater Mortgage

Defined by Onias Derilus, Mortgage Capital · NMLS# 1859012 · Florida licensed mortgage broker

An underwater mortgage is one where you owe more than the home is worth. It happens when values fall below the loan. It makes selling harder.

What Underwater Mortgage means

Refinancing can also be tough while underwater. Some programs still help low-equity owners. Rising Florida values often lift owners back up.

Florida example

A Florida owner may owe more than their home's value. We check what refinance or sale options exist. Rising prices may soon fix the gap.

What it is

An underwater mortgage is one where you owe more than the home is worth. It happens when values fall below your loan balance.

It makes selling or refinancing harder.

What to do

Even underwater, some programs can help you refinance or sell. Rising Florida values often lift owners back above water.

We know the options for low-equity homeowners. Apply now and we will see what is possible for you.

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