What is a Custom Mortgage?
A custom mortgage allows you to tailor your loan to fit your specific needs, within the options your lender offers. For instance, New American Funding's I Can Mortgage lets you pick any loan term from 8 to 30 years, adjusting in one-year increments, so you can manage your monthly payments more flexibly.
What Mortgage Terms Are Available?
Mortgages can be short-term or long-term. The most common short-term option is the 15-year mortgage, while the 30-year mortgage is a popular long-term choice. The term length you choose can affect your interest rate, with shorter terms generally offering lower rates.
What is the Best Mortgage Term for First-Time Buyers?
For first-time buyers, a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is often recommended because it provides lower, predictable monthly payments, making the transition to homeownership smoother.
Those who can afford higher monthly payments might prefer a shorter-term mortgage, which allows them to pay off the principal faster. Refinancing to a new term later is also an option to adjust payments as your financial situation changes.
Can I Choose My Own Mortgage Term?
Yes, some lenders, like New American Funding with their I Can Mortgage, offer the flexibility to choose your mortgage term, ranging from 8 to 30 years in yearly increments.
Can I Refinance Without Starting Over?
Yes, with some lenders, you can refinance your mortgage without losing the progress you've made on paying it down. For example, if you're 3 years into a 30-year mortgage, you could refinance to a 27-year term with New American Funding's I Can Mortgage, keeping the equity you've built.