Rate vs. APR: what the difference actually costs you
Two lenders quote you 6.5%. One APR is 6.6%, the other is 7.1%. That gap is roughly $9,000 — here's where it hides.
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Straight answers on loan programs, credit, closing costs, and the decisions that actually change what you pay.
How your credit score changes your mortgage rate
Credit pricing moves in tiers, not on a smooth curve. Landing four points below a threshold can cost more than most people expect.
Should you buy points? A break-even you can actually run
Discount points are a bet on how long you keep the loan. The math is three lines, and most calculators get the last one wrong.
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