Finance
Discount points paid at closing have what effect on a mortgage loan?
AThey increase the interest rate
BThey reduce the interest rate✓ Correct
CThey extend the loan term
DThey eliminate the need for PMI
Explanation
Each discount point equals 1% of the loan amount and is paid upfront to buy down (reduce) the interest rate, lowering monthly payments over the loan term.
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