Finance
Vermont lenders who charge points on a mortgage are effectively:
AReducing the loan amount
BCollecting prepaid interest to lower the ongoing interest rate✓ Correct
CCharging a penalty for the loan
DCollecting a government fee
Explanation
Discount points are prepaid interest that allows borrowers to buy down their interest rate. One point = 1% of the loan amount.
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