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Will Buying Points Save You Money?

Should you buy points? Buying points when you close your mortgage can reduce its interest rate, which in turn reduces your monthly payment. But each "point" will cost you 1% of your mortgage balance. This calculator helps you determine if you should pay for points, or use the money to increase your down payment. Click on the "View Report" button to review your information.

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Definitions

Term: Number of years for this mortgage. Most common terms are 15 years and 30 years.
Mortgage amount: Total balance for your mortgage.
Interest rate: Annual interest rate for this mortgage without purchasing any discount points.
Years in home: The number of years you expect to live in this home or the number of years before you refinance your mortgage.
Principal and interest: Monthly principal and interest (PI) for this mortgage.
Points rate: Annual interest rate for this mortgage with discount points.
Points: The number of discount points you need to receive the lower rate. Each point costs 1% of your mortgage amount.

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Accepting An Offer >Know Your Price Range

As a homebuyer, you may have found the perfect new house for your growing family, but what if it is a little out of your price range? You might list your current home for more than it is worth and be lucky enough to find a qualified buyer who is willing to pay the price, but it is impossible to know in advance what your home will sell for.

If you want to sell your home quickly, have a frank and detailed conversation with your real estate agent to determine the best price for the house. Setting your price within 5% of the fair market value of your home greatly increases your chances of getting solid offers that will result in a relatively quick sale.

Don't buy and sell so close to your target amount that you become anxious when the numbers don't meet your expectations. There may be other approaches, such as adjustable rate mortgages or owner financing, to increase your buying power and get you into that new home. When you are selling one home and buying another, you will need more than good luck. You will need a highly professional and experienced real estate agent who can give you solid advice on how to make the transaction work for your particular requirements.

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