Why should I get an Interest Only 15/30 Year Mortgage
An Interest Only 15/30 Year Mortgage is a good option to consider if you want low payments for the first half of your mortgage payments. For the first fifteen years, you will only be paying the interest portion of your mortgage. In the second half of your mortgage, you will begin paying on the principal. One drawback to consider is that you will not start building equity until you begin paying on the principal. However, many lenders will let you make voluntary payments on your principal during the first half of your mortgage. Doing so can benefit you in two ways; your interest payments will reduce to reflect the new principal balance, and if you make substantial principal payments, you will start to build a little equity. Therefore, if you get a sizeable income tax return, it may be a good investment to put it on your principal.
How can my FICO/Credit Score affect my mortgage rate
Credit Scores always have an important influence on mortgage rates. Below is a description of different levels of credits. See which profile you fit best:
Excellent Credit
You have had only late payment reported to the credit bureau within the last seven years, and none within the last year.
You have note been reported to a collection agency within the last en years.
Good Credit
You have established a credit history with auto loans, mortgages, and/or credit cards.
None of your payments were more than thirty days late.
You have not missed a single payment in the last twelve months, but may have missed a few over the past seven years.
Fair Credit
You are eighteen and still establishing your credit history.
You normally pay bills on time.
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