FHA Equity Calc

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Estimating cash from an FHA cash-out refinance, line by line

Estimating value cautiously

How the math works

The appraisal sets the value used for the loan, and it can come in below online estimates. Running the calculator with a cautious value shows what you would still get if the appraisal is lower. Try two or three values to see the range.

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Calculator questions

What home value should I use in a cash-out calculator?

A cautious value, then test a range.

Are online value estimates reliable?

They can differ from the appraisal.

HUD and consumer sources

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