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What is Mortgage Refinancing?

Core Concept

It is the most effective method for real capital gain: we transfer your current mortgage from your existing bank to another offering a lower interest rate. We replace your old, expensive debt with new, significantly more cost-efficient capital. Same goal, same amount, but a substantially lower monthly cost.

Current Exposure

Principal Balance 800,000 PLN

Interest Rate 8.20%

Monthly Installment 5,982 PLN

Total Interest Cost 1,353,455 PLN

Harveo Standard: 0% Client Fees

472,843 PLN

Total Cost Reduction

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1,633 PLN / mo.*

This is the average monthly reduction in your interest cost. A larger portion of your payment builds your equity instead of funding bank margins.

Liberated Cashflow 1,313 PLN / mo.

Harveo Strategy

Principal Balance 800,000 PLN

Interest Rate 5.55%

Optimized Installment 4,669 PLN

Reduced Interest 880,612 PLN

Success Stories & Real Profit

+1,142,000 PLN NET GAIN

Liam O'Connor (Expat) ✓

Capital Hibernation (1.8m PLN)

Liam, a CFO from Dublin, was highly exposed to rate hikes on his 1.8m PLN debt. We took proactive action—locking his portfolio at a 4.1% rate with Citi. Liam avoided the surge in interest rates that cost his peers a fortune.

Monthly Gain +6,350 PLN

Capital Saved 1.14M PLN

CASHFLOW RECORD

Marcin & Sylwia (Kraków) ✓

1,800 PLN Monthly Profit

IT and Medical professionals. Through complete restructuring and shifting their debt to a lower-margin institution, their monthly payment dropped by an amount that covers luxury annual vacations—funded entirely by bank interest savings.

Monthly Reduction +1,800 PLN

Total Savings 648,000 PLN

ACTIVE OVERSIGHT

Adam (Warsaw) ✓

"Harveo guards my portfolio"

Adam doesn't track economic news. We call him. In 2 years, we refinanced him 3 times, dropping his rate from 8.3% to 5.49%. Adam confirmed each step with a single signature—we handled all the bureaucracy and negotiations.

Initial Rate 8.30%

Current Rate 5.49%

+201,351 PLN NET PROFIT

Tomasz (Wrocław) ✓

Mathematical Precision

Tomasz's case (842k capital) is pure analytics. After accounting for appraisal and legal fees, his net saving exceeded 200,000 PLN. All operational costs reached break-even for Tomasz within just 2 months of the new installment.

Monthly Gain +723 PLN

Total Net Profit 201,351 PLN

Kalkulator Refinansowania Pro

Dokonaj precyzyjnej symulacji. Uwzględnij swoje parametry i zobacz realny zysk.

Parametry Kredytu

Kapitał do spłaty (PLN)

Okres spłaty 360 mies. (30 lat)

Obecne %

Nowe %

Koszty Transakcyjne

Wycena nieruchomości

Operat Własny Nie starszy niż 12 mc. Akceptowany m.in. przez ING, Millennium, Santander, Velo

0 PLN

Mieszkanie 500 PLN

Dom 1000 PLN

Kwoty orientacyjne i poglądowe. Ostateczny koszt wyceny uzależniony jest od regulacji danego banku – m.in. czy akceptuje on operat zewnętrzny, czy narzuca wycenę wewnętrzną.

Prowizja za wcześniejszą spłatę w obecnym banku (PLN)

Prowizja za uruchomienie w nowym banku (%)

Do całkowitych kosztów refinansu doliczone zostały opłaty sądowe i administracyjne (max 600 PLN). Wynika to z kosztów opłaty skarbowej za wpisanie hipoteki na rzecz nowego banku i wykreślenie starego.

Polisa na Życie

Spłata całkowita obecnego kredytu skutkuje wygaśnięciem powiązanej z nim polisy. Nowy bank będzie wymagał analogicznego zabezpieczenia. Koszty te są zazwyczaj zbliżone – dokładną analizę składek przeprowadzimy na podstawie indywidualnych ofert.

Ubezpieczenie Nieruchomości

Pozostaje obligatoryjne. Zazwyczaj możesz dokonać cesji obecnej polisy na nowy bank (zachowując ją) lub zdecydować się na nową, korzystniejszą ofertę.

Zwrot ubezpieczeń / prowizji (Benefit w PLN)

Często nasi klienci odzyskują od kilkunastu do kilkudziesięciu tysięcy PLN tytułem zwrotu kosztów poniesionych gdy uruchamiali swój obecny kredyt.

Całkowita Oszczędność (All-in)

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Zysk netto po odjęciu wszystkich kosztów, wycen i prowizji Wysoka Rentowność

Efektywnie łączna miesięczna oszczędność

Tyle bank NIE zarobi na Tobie (różnica na odsetkach)

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Miesięczna Obniżka Raty

Tyle gotówki zostaje w Twoim portfelu

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Zbilansowanie Inwestycji

... mies.

Koszty zwrócą się po tym czasie

Prowizje Harveo

0 PLN

Nie pobieramy opłat od klienta za obsługę refinansowania

Szacowany jednorazowy koszt operacji (sądy, administracja, wycena, prowizje): ...

OBECNA RATA ...

NOWA RATA ...

Kapitał

Odsetki

Analiza Zdolności i Refinansowania

Symulacja ma charakter poglądowy. Nie stanowi oferty w rozumieniu art. 66 KC. Koszty orientacyjne i indywidualne.

Niniejszy kalkulator, w tym jego logika, układ graficzny oraz kod źródłowy, stanowi wyłączną własność intelektualną Harveo Finance. Wszelkie prawa autorskie są rygorystycznie zastrzeżone. Kopiowanie, modyfikowanie oraz rozpowszechnianie całości lub części narzędzia bez pisemnej zgody jest surowo zabronione pod groźbą sankcji prawnych.

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Market Alert

Closing Window for Low Interest Rates

We currently hold the final two offers at 5.49% and 5.62%. As repeatedly warned, mounting inflationary pressure is driving banks to implement further price list hikes to 6.5% and even over 7% by the end of the second week of April, aligning their rates with the broader market.

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Foundations of Refinancing

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Zero-Cost Debt Transfer

Your new lender settles the existing liability, and we manage the transition without any service fees. A 0% client commission model is our professional standard.

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Total Market Analysis (26 Banks)

We examine every major institution in Poland to secure a lower margin and reduced monthly payment compared to your current exposure.

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Native English Service

We specialize in serving the expatriate community. The entire debt transfer process is conducted with Native English proficiency at every stage.

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16 Years of Expertise

With over a decade in the market, we identify precisely when refinancing adds value. We provide transparent, data-driven advice after a full cost-benefit analysis.

Process & Strategic Benefits

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Effective Capital Savings

Refinancing extends beyond lower payments. A reduced rate ensures a larger portion of your installment amortizes your principal balance, rather than funding bank profits.

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Secure Fixed-Rate Transition

To mitigate market volatility, we can transition your mortgage to a fixed-rate offer, ensuring long-term financial predictability and peace of mind.

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Active Margin Monitoring

We continuously monitor market fluctuations. Should a more cost-effective opportunity arise, we proactively alert you to further optimize your debt portfolio.

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Concierge Time Management

We handle the administrative burden, property valuations, and court filings. Your involvement is limited to signing the superior loan agreement.

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Crucial Regulatory Notice

In accordance with current KNF (Polish Financial Supervision Authority) mandates, a residential mortgage with a fixed interest rate may only be refinanced into fixed-tenure rate structures at a new institution—transitioning to a variable-rate model is strictly prohibited under these specific guidelines.

This strategic optimization can be executed prior to the five-year anniversary of your current loan tenure—even immediately following the execution of the loan agreement and capital disbursement. Effectively, you retain the right to optimize your interest rate at any time by securing a more competitive fixed-rate structure with a new lender.

Expert Knowledge

Mortgage Refinancing FAQ

Strategic insights and clear answers on optimizing your mortgage portfolio.

What is mortgage refinancing?

Refinancing means moving your existing mortgage to another bank on new terms. The new bank repays your current loan, and you continue repaying the debt at the new institution — usually with a lower margin or interest rate, a more favorable installment plan, or an optimized loan term.

When is refinancing worthwhile?

When the new interest rate is clearly lower, the remaining term is long enough for interest savings to cover switching costs, and when you don’t lose key benefits. The key metric is the payback indicator — interest savings must cover switching fees within an acceptable timeframe.

How do I calculate real-world profitability?

We compare the cost of staying (sum of remaining installments at the current rate) with the total cost of refinancing (sum of installments at the new rate + all operational fees - any insurance refunds). We look for the net capital gain.

Which costs should I include?

Typically: property appraisal, land and mortgage register entry fees, mortgage discharge, PCC tax, and potentially an early-repayment fee at the current bank. We subtract 'benefits' like unused insurance premium refunds.

Will the bank reassess my creditworthiness?

Yes. The bank treats this as a new application. They will verify your income stability, credit history (BIK), and the current Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio of the property.

Do I always need a new appraisal?

Yes, the new lender must verify the current market value of the collateral. Costs are approximately 600 PLN for an apartment and 1,200 PLN for a house.

Fixed or variable rate after refinancing?

Fixed rates provide full predictability for 5 years. Variable rates might benefit from falling rates but carry the risk of rising payments. The choice depends on your risk tolerance and market outlook.

Does shortening the term always pay off?

Mathematically, yes — it drastically reduces the total interest cost. However, it requires a higher monthly installment, which must be consistent with your current cash flow.

What about extending the term?

It improves immediate monthly liquidity (cash flow) by lowering the installment, but typically increases the total cost of debt. This is a liquidity-focused strategy.

Can I consolidate other debts within the refinance?

Certain lenders allow it, enabling you to merge high-interest consumer loans into your mortgage, significantly lowering the overall interest rate on your total debt.

How does the ECO (Green Mortgage) offer work?

Properties with low Primary Energy (EP) indicators qualify for preferential pricing. Rate reductions typically range between 0.1 to 0.3 percentage points.

What about insurance and cross-sell products?

Banks often offer a lower margin in exchange for a salary inflow account or life insurance. We always analyze if the cost of these products doesn't exceed the savings from the margin cut.

Does early repayment at my current bank involve a fee?

Most variable-rate loans allow free repayment after 3 years. Fixed-rate loans may have different rules. We verify this in your specific credit agreement.

Can process costs be rolled into the new loan?

Yes, in many institutions you can 'credit' the costs, though this slightly increases the principal balance and interest over time.

How do I calculate LTV for a refinance?

LTV = (Requested Loan Amount / Current Property Value). A lower LTV (below 80% or 60%) usually unlocks premium pricing tiers.

Does my credit history (BIK) matter?

It is critical. Even minor delays can hinder approval. We recommend cleaning up unnecessary credit limits before submitting an application.

Who handles registry entry and discharge?

The client typically files motions at the land register court. We provide precise instructions to ensure the process is handled correctly and swiftly.

How do I read the payment-composition bar?

The bar represents month one. In the beginning, the interest portion is high. Refinancing to a lower rate ensures a higher principal repayment from day one.

How long does the process take?

Usually 4 to 12 weeks — from document preparation and credit decision to disbursement and court registry updates.

Can I change the loan currency?

Only if you have income in that specific currency. It's essentially a new foreign-currency loan governed by strict supervisory regulations.

What if I plan to sell the property soon?

Refinancing may not make sense if the entry costs won't be recovered via lower installments before the sale occurs.

Can I apply to multiple banks simultaneously?

Yes, it's standard practice to apply to 2-3 institutions to ensure alternative options and negotiating leverage.

Does refinancing with 'cash-out' make sense?

It can, if the extra capital is used for value-adding purposes like renovation, or if it replaces more expensive forms of borrowing.

What is bridge insurance?

It's a temporary cost incurred until the new mortgage is officially registered in the court. Currently, banks are required to refund these fees once the entry is confirmed.

How to interpret the 'benefit' in the calculator?

These are funds you recover (e.g., unused insurance premiums) from your old bank. We treat them as a reduction of the total switching cost.

End-to-End Concierge

Your Mortgage Process Under Full Strategic Control

Time & Capital Preservation

We manage the entire lifecycle, from the initial consultation to the key handover. We minimize your administrative involvement while maximizing your financial leverage.

Financing Structuring

We engineer solutions that reduce ancillary credit costs and optimize your down payment through rigorous mathematical analysis of available offers.

Long-term Strategic Partnership

Our Wealth Management model ensures dedicated oversight of your debt portfolio throughout the entire loan term, including future refinancing opportunities.

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Strategic Capacity

We precisely calculate your financing threshold, accounting for the complexities of B2B income and lump-sum taxation.

Process Management

We manage all communications with lenders and developers, negotiating bespoke terms and ensuring strict adherence to deadlines.

Security Analysis

We conduct a thorough legal audit of the property and land registries to ensure total security before your final decision.

Oversight & Refi

We continuously monitor market shifts post-disbursement to proactively initiate margin reductions and cost optimization.

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We believe that true success lies in the harmony of all spheres of life. We design strategies that integrate key areas of your growth: Finance, Career, Health, Relationships, Growth, Passion, Mindset, and Rest. This is the foundation of your performance, clarity of thought, and inner leadership strength.

Expertise Without Borders

We provide support at the highest operational and strategic levels. We leverage 16 years of experience and a global network to protect your capital and identify opportunities in any market conditions.

Discretion & Independence

Transparency and loyalty are our code. We act as your independent partner, eliminating conflicts of interest and prioritizing transactional security and HNWI-standard confidentiality.

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Founder & CEO Harveo Group
Senior Finance & Real Estate Expert | Sovereign Wealth Strategist

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