Refinance With Less Than 20% Equity: Your Program-by-Program Breakdown for 2026
Millions of homeowners with less than 20% equity mistakenly believe they can't refinance, but FHA Streamline, VA IRRRL, and wholesale conventional programs are specifically built for sub-20% equity positions. This guide breaks down five refinance paths available in 2026, works through real savings examples, and explains how a wholesale mortgage broker can unlock rates retail lenders won't offer.
