15 VS. 30-YEAR MORTGAGE: HOW TO DETERMINE WHICH IS BETTER?

One of the most important decisions when buying a home is getting a 15 vs. 30-year mortgage.

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We will discuss the differences between these two mortgage options and some of the factors you should consider.

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We will also analyze with real numbers if prepaying a 30-year mortgage in 15 years is the same as opting for a 15-year mortgage.

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How Does a Mortgage Work?

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If you qualify, you can take on a loan from a bank. That loan principal and the interest on the loan is the mortgage.

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- Fixed-Rate Mortgages - Adjustable Rate Mortgages

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15 VS. 30-YEAR MORTGAGE: HOW TO DETERMINE WHICH IS BETTER?

One of the most important decisions when buying a home is getting a 15 vs. 30-year mortgage.

We will discuss the differences between these two mortgage options and some of the factors you should consider.

We will also analyze with real numbers if prepaying a 30-year mortgage in 15 years is the same as opting for a 15-year mortgage.

How Does a Mortgage Work?

If you qualify, you can take on a loan from a bank. That loan principal and the interest on the loan is the mortgage.

- Fixed-Rate Mortgages - Adjustable Rate Mortgages

Types of Mortgages

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