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What is a balloon mortgage as used in Iowa commercial and agricultural lending?

AA mortgage with equal payments over 30 years
BA mortgage with a large final lump-sum payment due before the amortization period ends✓ Correct
CA mortgage that adjusts monthly based on an index
DA mortgage with no interest in the first year

Explanation

A balloon mortgage has regular payments (often amortized over 30 years) but requires a large 'balloon' payment of the remaining principal balance before the full amortization period ends, typically after 5, 7, or 10 years.

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