Financing a home: understanding points and buydowns
Article Abstract:
Home buyers can often get a reduced mortgage rate by paying points, or 1% of the loan amount for each .125 to .25% off the par rate. This can save money in the long-run or qualify a buyer for a larger loan, but savings should be checked carefully. Sellers can offer to pay points to help qualify a buyer.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1995
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The home-improvement mortgage
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The 203(k) program, sponsored by the Dept of Housing and Urban Development, has several benefits for homeowners and home-purchasers. For example, mortgage and home-improvement loans can be combined into one long-term loan. This and other benefits of the program are discussed.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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Mortgage news for home buyers and owners
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Home purchasing in 1993 remains primarily a buyer's market, despite the lowest interest rates in 20 years. However, this may change as new, liberalized mortgage loan programs are being put into effect by the VA, the FHA and Fannie Mae. Details of the programs are discussed.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1993
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