1) Layla has owned her home for 12 years and expects to live in it for 5 more years. She originally borrowed $200,000 at 5% for 30 years to buy the home. She still owns $130,000 on the loan, interest rates have fallen to 4%, and Layla is reconsidering refinancing the loan for 15 years. She would have to pay 3 points on the new loan with no prepayment on the current loan. What is Layla's current monthly payment?
2) What would Layla's monthly payment on the new loan be?
3) Run the numbers worksheet on "Whether you should refinance your mortgage." Show the numbers at each line. Use 3% for the investment return. Advise Layla on whether or not she should refinance.
4) Jim's house was damaged when lightning struck his roof. The cost to fix the home will be $30,000. He carries an HO-3 policy with a $500 deductible. If the home is insured for $200,000 and the replacement value is $180,000, how much will Jim's reimbursement from the insurance company be?
5) What is the fair price for a $1,000,000 term life insurance policy for a 45 year old female who smoke?