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Mortgage Recasting: The Hidden Alternative to Refinancing
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Editorial Team Jan 15, 2026
6 min read
Executive Summary
"Lump sum payments can lower your monthly obligation without changing your interest rate. Learn the math of a recast."
Recasting is the "best-kept secret" of the mortgage industry. Unlike refinancing, which replaces your entire loan, a recast simply re-calculates your existing loan based on a lower balance.
Why Recast?
If you have a large sum of cash—perhaps from an inheritance or a bonus—you can apply it to your principal. A recast then forces the bank to lower your monthly payment to match the original term length. It is the ultimate cash-flow optimization tool.
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