Point Buying Calculator
Calculate the cost of buying points on a mortgage loan to lower the interest rate. Enter loan amount, number of points, and discount rate to see total cost and monthly savings.
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- 1 Enter the requested data in the fields above carefully.
- 2 Click the calculate button to process the information instantly.
- 3 Analyze the detailed result and the formula explanation presented below.
- 4 You can print, share, or even embed the calculator on your own site for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mortgage points, also known as discount points, are fees paid directly to the lender at closing in exchange for a reduced interest rate. Each point typically costs 1% of the loan amount and lowers the rate by a set percentage.
Total cost = Loan Amount × Number of Points / 100. For example, on a $200,000 loan with 2 points, the cost is $4,000.
Calculate the break-even point by dividing the total cost by the monthly savings. If you plan to stay in the home longer than the break-even period, buying points may be beneficial.
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