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 Mortgage Rates There are a variety of mortgages to choose from, but increasingly, the hybrid ARMs morgage are gaining popularity. When homeowners can lock in low interest rates, they use a fixed-rate loan. Hybrid Arms mortgage allow flexibility to potentially lock in a lower mortgage rate down the road. These types of loans are attractive to individuals who think they will be moving to another house in the ensuing years as well as buyers who want to be able to count on a fixed yearly payment amount for the initial fixed period.

     Hybrid ARM's provide a fixed mortgage rate for five, seven or ten years. These hybrid mortgages allow you to pay less for a fixed-rate loan, although you would pay more if you decide on an adjustable rate loan. After the fixed term of the ARM expires, the loan reverts to the adjusted annual interest rate. There even exists a 30-year hybrid fixed-rate mortgage which will allow for a fall in interest rates so your interest rate can drop to a fixed lower level.

     Also popular is the no-down payment loans. These are popular with those trading up from a previous home and also appealing to the first time home buyer with an eye on preserving his current assets. For the first-time home buyer to qualify for this type of mortgage loan, he or she will need a strong employment history and credit rating. This type of loan generally costs up to 1 percent more.

  Refinance Calculators What will my refinancing costs be? How much will my mortgage payments be? Am I better off refinancing? How much can I save in taxes?

Figure out your estimated payment for different loan amounts, interest rates, and terms

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Calculate the breakdown between principal and interest in payments on your mortgage.

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   Points: One point equals 1% of the total loan amount. They are upfront interest fees, prepaid interest, used to reduce the initial interest payment. Generally, if you keep the loan for more than 4 years or if the interest rate is not declining (if it is declining you'll want to consider refinancing) you'll be able to recoup the cost and points make sense.

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 Check with your lender and find if you have the legal right to pay extra on principle every month, even weekly, biweekly or yearly. It can save you $50,000 to $100,000 or more as well as knocking off 9-12 years!

     Title Insurance: Since the lenders require you to pay for title insurance for them, you can shop around and pay it for yourself. You can save money (around 20-25%) if you buy title insurance at the "reissue" rate.

     Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is paid for by the buyer and protects the lender in case of buyer default. It costs up to $75/mo. for a $100,000 loan and is included in the monthly payment. Depending on the terms, usually, if you have a 20% equity in your home, you can drop PMI.

     Refinancing: If you are refinancing, be sure to calculate all the costs: Appraisal fees, prepayment costs, credit report, title fees, lawyer's fee, etc.


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