Finance
An interest-only mortgage in Missouri has which characteristic?
APrincipal is paid each month along with interest
BOnly interest is paid during the initial period; no principal reduction✓ Correct
CInterest is deferred to closing
DThe rate adjusts monthly
Explanation
During an interest-only period, all monthly payments go toward interest with no principal reduction. The loan balance remains unchanged until the borrower begins making principal payments.
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