Finance

An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) has a 2/1 buydown structure. This means:

AThe rate is fixed for 2 years then adjusts annually
BThe rate is reduced 2% in year 1 and 1% in year 2 before rising to the note rate✓ Correct
CThe borrower makes 2 extra payments per year
DThe lender charges 2 points upfront and 1 point at closing

Explanation

A 2/1 buydown temporarily reduces the interest rate — 2% below the note rate in year 1 and 1% below in year 2 — before rising to the full note rate in year 3 and remaining there.

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