07/26/2023
Interest rates… let’s talk about them!
Interest is the cost of borrowing money, you will see this when you borrow money for personal use, credit cards, car payments and homes!!
We’ve all been hearing it for the last year and a half “interest rates are high” and sure, compared to a few years ago, they are higher. Historically though, interest rates sit at a pretty average low. You read that right… they are still considered relatively low. Why am I telling you this? Well, because, I would like for you not to be afraid of the interest rate!!
Think about it this way, when deciding to purchase a home, it is important to understand that the most important factor really is… Can you afford the monthly mortgage payment?!
While both the mortgage payment and interest rate are important factors to consider when obtaining a mortgage, it is generally true that having a payment that fits within your budget is more crucial than the specific interest rate. This is because the mortgage payment is what you will be paying each month, directly affecting your cash flow and financial stability.
So really, the question is: What’s my comfortable monthly mortgage payment?
As your mortgage consultant my job is to guide you through the loan process and really understand what your goals are when buying a home, especially to honor that comfortable monthly mortgage payment!
Would you like to get the loan process started? Here’s my website!
Loandepot.com/monseortiz
Have more questions? Call me!
Monse Ortiz
NMLS 2248574
Loandepot
510-501-1031