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Why Gamble?

Here's Why Not To:

Assumptions:
Loan Amount $250,000
Principal & Interest Payments

Let's see if we can find a pattern.  Yes, there it is.  The payments differ by around $20 for each eighth (.125) of a percent increase or decrease in the rate.  Here is why we say do not play the market and to lock in.   Let's assume the Zero Point quote today is 6.000%.  A Monthly Payment of $1,498.88 for 30 years.  Okay, now see what happens if the rate increases buy an eighth of a percent (.125%).  Your payment will increase by 20.15 a month.  Let's see what happens if it decreases .125%.    Your payment would decrease by $20.04.  Most people spend more than that ($20 a month) just on coffee on the way to work.  Bottom line,  we recommend that you refinance that ARM to a fixed rate* (see below).  Call us, choose your rate, lock in, and sleep better at night, with one less thing to worry about. 

30 Year Fixed Rates
Rate           Payment
5.750 1458.93
5.875 1478.84
6.000 1498.88
6.125 1519.03
6.250 1539.29
6.375 1559.67
6.500 1580.17
6.625 1600.78
6.750 1621.50
6.875 1642.32
7.000 1663.26
7.125 1684.30
7.250 1705.44
7.375 1726.69
Now let's discuss paying Points.  On the same loan, each .125% in points equals $312.50 ($250,000 x .125% = $312.50).  It will usually cost a half point (same as one half percent of the loan amount) to lower the rate by a quarter (.25%)** (see below).   In essence, it could cost you $1,250 (a half point)  to save about $40 a month.  The general rule of thumb is:  if the "break even" point is 24 months or less, that it usually makes sense to pay to get a lower rate.  Using the above scenario,  the break even point is 31 months or so.  Every month after payment number 31, it was worth paying the half point.  If you are certain you will stay in the house longer than that, it may still be an option that may make sense for you.  We can help you determine what may be best for you.

On a refinance, whether to pay of an ARM or not, most people opt for our No Point mortgage loans.  However, it is entirely up to you if you want to use some of your equity or hard earned cash to get a lower rate by paying a point or two. 

I can offer our suggestions after we determine what your goals are.  Check with me today.  Why Use Burt?

 On Line Loan Inquiry form - You may remain anonymous if desired, plus No S.S. Number or Bank Account info is needed to get started .

Download an actual Loan Application and fax it to us.  Our fax number is on the bottom of page 4 of the loan application.  You may remain anonymous if desired, plus No S.S. Number or Bank Account info is needed to get started on your ARM Refinance. Fix Your ARM Today and sleep better at night.

* If you plan on staying in your home less than 5 years, please let us know.  There may be other options that may better suit your individual needs. 

** Half a point = .25% reduction in rate is the general rule, some days it is less some days more, please call  for that day's variance. 

Burton Jamison
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