Mortgage Rates
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Understanding Mortgage Rates
Overview
When seeking a mortgage, one of the most frequent questions borrowers ask is about interest rates. Mortgage rates are dynamic and can change multiple times a day, making it essential for lenders to keep up-to-date.
What Influences Mortgage Rates?
Mortgage rates fluctuate due to their volatile nature. Lenders receive rate sheets through secure means, such as fax or email, detailing current interest rates and associated costs, expressed as points. One point equals one percent of the loan.
Cost of Rates
Interest rates and their associated costs vary. Typically, higher interest rates come with lower costs because lenders earn more over the loan's duration. Conversely, lower interest rates have higher upfront costs since they generate less revenue for the lender over time.
The Point System Explained
The point system helps determine pricing. Zero points indicate par value, while values in parentheses signify a premium or rebate. A premium or rebate means money is paid back to the loan originator instead of incurring a cost.
Loan Officer Compensation
Loan officers earn commissions, which are split between them and their branch. Fees unrelated to points go directly to the branch without division.
Profit Margins and Quotations
Before providing a quote, lenders add their desired profit margin. Companies set limits on how much can be added, ensuring there's some flexibility but also control.
For example, if a loan officer aims to earn one point, it will be included in the loan’s cost. Suppose the interest rate is 7.125%. In that case, the lender profits from one point and uses any additional money for processing and documentation fees.
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