Expert Jacksonville Refinance Information - If You Looking For a Jacksonville Refinance Read This.

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By bennygill

Expert Advise

If you are from JacksonvilleCity in Florida, or have plans of moving to a sunnier state, then you will be happy to know that real estate is a fast growing industry in this particular city. Jacksonville refinancing has been boosting the growth of the real estate since the sub-prime mortgage catastrophe hit the country.

Jacksonville has been one of the lucky cities in the state of Florida, and among other cities in the rest of the country because the real estate sector, although not spared from the sub-prime mortgage scenario, is bouncing back with the help of an active real estate industry and refinancing.

Just last year, the real estate industry in Jacksonville grew by 6% which is a very positive move when compared to other cities that are still reeling from the crisis. At the moment, there are only about 22,000 properties that are being offered for sale, and this number is steadily decreasing. Simultaneously, the prices of houses in Jacksonville has remained relatively steady with a slight negative fluctuation of 11%.

What this means is that there is strong confidence in the real estate industry in Jacksonville. Even foreclosed houses are being snatched up by investors because they believe the prices will jump up eventually.

Much of the ado has a lot to do with refinancing. Residents of Jacksonville are becoming more and more interested in availing of the lower interest rates. Previously, the interest rate was pegged at a high 6.5%, but today, this interest rate has gone down to a low 4.375%.

In terms of actual figures, if you have been paying a monthly amortization on your house of about $973 based on a loan amounting to $154,000, this can be lowered with refinancing. The new interest rate of 4.375% will lower your monthly payment to only $769, which will give you an additional $204 savings every month!

To learn more about how refinancing will help you keep current with your monthly payments, it would be a good idea to start talking to your bank, or civic organizations that can assess your situation and give you free advice and counseling.

Of the organizations in Jacksonville, some of the recommended groups are the Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS) with phone number 888-297 1929, the First Florida Credit Union which is open to members only and have great profit sharing schemes, the Jacksonville Urban League with phone number 904-356 8336, the Legal Aid, Inc of Jacksonville with number 904-356 8371, or the Housing Partnership of Jacksonville which can be contacted through 904-398 4424.

George Thompson has been writing about refinancing and all thing mortgage realted for close to 8 yeras now. If your seriously considering a Jacksonville refinance then make sure you visit his site for some very useful information.

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riptastic profile image

riptastic 2 years ago

I have family in the area, they tell me that the real estate industry is booming there.

Its good to know it times of crisis that some industries continue to flourish in certain areas.

Rip

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Mireille G 2 years ago

It is nice to read that some areas of the country still have a booming real estate market, even if it is in the refinancing of existing homes. This is a very helpful article for people who live there and for people considering make the move to sunnier skies.

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ht33rad 2 years ago

interest rates have chopped and changed quite but lately. Buyers are better off these days, taht is if you can get into the market.

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lukeduncan 2 years ago

Wow, If I moved to jacksonville I might actually be able to buy a house! Good to know!

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geezer 2 years ago

The interest rates have been rising. Will they ever come back under 5%?

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sillysqrrl 2 years ago

I am now considering Jacksonville as a place to buy a second home for investment purposes. Could be a great investment!

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Tesa Adams 2 years ago

Thanks for some great info. It is nice to know that the real estate industry is growing at least in Jacksonville.

Gives us hope for other cities as well.

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Alex ONeill 2 years ago

Dang $204 bucks a month is like a grocery bill. So much money. Great info!

oxyking 2 years ago

Pretty nice information you have here

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Ms._Info Level 3 Commenter 2 years ago

Good to know that some parts of the country are seeing a growing real estate market.

Ashley Carew 2 years ago

I may have to look in to moving to Jacksonville! Well at least the US!

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Emico 2 years ago

well written post.good content here!

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cylh 2 years ago

its good to hear that there is some growth in some part of the county!

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Mark Jenner 2 years ago

Interesting topic refinancing - here in the UK we are experiencing difficulty following the previous ease with which credit was granted! We have a big problem with buy to let portfolios which are worth half what they were when originally financed. Great post kwa!

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stevewong 2 years ago

Thanks for the very insightful research. While I no longer live in the Jax area (was there for school), I will pass this along to some of my friends from back in the day.

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lovespee 2 years ago

Refinancing is a great opportunity for people to cut their expenses by a lot, but not as many people qualify as they should. Rates are going back up quick as the economy gets back on track, so if you're considering it, look into it asap.

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purpletiger 2 years ago

Good tips. Need all the refinance help we can get atm with current rates

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Shawn_713 21 months ago

nice article i really enjoyed it heh

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