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Multiple important refinance rates have moved down. Refinancing makes sense if you can get a lower interest rate on your home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/refinance-rates-slide-down-again-current-refinance-rates-for-jan-3-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Multiple important refinance rates have moved down. Refinancing makes sense if you can get a lower interest rate on your home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refinance-rates-slide-down-again-current-refinance-rates-on-jan-3-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
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