What Is a 2-1 Buydown? A Plain-English Guide for Buyers With Rates in the 7s
Rates are in the 7s. See how a 2-1 buydown lowers your payment for two years, who pays for it, a sample payment breakdown, and when it makes sense.
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Written by Jerry Kindig, licensed mortgage broker, NMLS #2397823.

Rates are in the 7s. See how a 2-1 buydown lowers your payment for two years, who pays for it, a sample payment breakdown, and when it makes sense.

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Jerry Kindig, a licensed mortgage broker (NMLS #2397823) with Pick My Mortgage Rate, powered by Loan Factory (NMLS #320841).
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