Finance
A point on a mortgage loan equals:
A$100
B0.5% of the loan amount
C1% of the loan amount✓ Correct
D1% of the property price
Explanation
One mortgage point equals 1% of the loan amount. Points may be paid to 'buy down' the interest rate (discount points) or represent an origination fee (origination points).
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