Real Estate Math
A buyer's closing costs include 2 discount points on a $320,000 loan. How much are the points?
A$3,200
B$6,400✓ Correct
C$9,600
D$16,000
Explanation
1 point = 1% of the loan amount. 2 points = 2% × $320,000 = $6,400.
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Discount Points
Prepaid interest paid to a lender at closing to reduce the mortgage interest rate, with each point equal to 1% of the loan amount.
Closing CostsFees and expenses paid by the buyer and/or seller at the closing of a real estate transaction, in addition to the property's purchase price.
Loan-to-Value Ratio (LTV)The ratio of a mortgage loan amount to the appraised value or purchase price of a property, expressed as a percentage.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
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