Comparing mortgage loan is one of the most important things you do when you can buy a house. The decisions you make will determine the size of your monthly payments, how much you pay in advance how much interest you pay over the term of the loan.
You may find it easier to compare loans, if you any lender with a series of questions, including questions:
- What is the loan’s interest rate?
- Will I be charged points?
- What are the closing costs and all other fees?
- What is the annual percentage rate, or APR – the rate you’ll pay per year for all the costs associated with the loan?
- Is there a pre-payment penalty?
- How is the loan amortized, meaning how quickly is the principal paid off?
If you are considering an adjustable-rate mortgage, or ARM, you can compare loans by asking:
- When does the rate adjust?
- How often does the rate adjust?
- Is there a cap limiting the amount by which the rate can adjust? What would my monthly payments be if my interest rate hit that cap?
- What is the index and margin that will determine my rate? How has the index changed over time?
ARMs are inherently more risky than fixed-rate mortgages because you’re gambling on whether interest rates will go up or go down before your rate adjusts. Understanding the best- and worst-case scenarios can help you weigh the pros and cons as you compare loans.
But there’s one other big question to consider before you get an ARM:
- How does the discount introductory rate compare with rates for 30-year fixed-rate loans?
Finally, to truly compare loans, you have to ask yourself some questions:
- How long do I expect to stay in my home?
- Are my job and income secure over the long term?
- Will I be able to afford higher payments in the future?
- How comfortable am I with risk?
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