Wednesday, December 30, 2009

How to Compare Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates can change daily based on on economic information, so in order to get an accurate comparison, try to get mortgage quotes on the same day.

The lender's rate sheets usually have pricing based on a lock period, which are offered in increments, such as, 30 or 45 days. 

A lock guarantees the mortgage rate for a specific time. Longer lock periods may have higher mortgage rates. Compare mortgage rates for similar rate lock periods.

Mortgage rates have tiered pricing that allows you to buy the rate, or the points up or down. Compare mortgage quotes with the same loan points, such as, zero points, or one point.

Lenders fees like, processing, document, or underwriting, may be negotiable. Property taxes, home insurance, and pre-paid interest are not lender fees. 

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