October 27, 2006, Newsletter Issue #38: Benefits of a Mortgage Calculator

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Getting a mortgage is usually the largest financial move that most people make. With the magnitude of the purchase, nobody should go in blindly. A mortgage calculator can help you know the answers that too many people rely on others to provide. There are many benefits to using a mortgage calculator. Here are a few. Interest rates change on a daily basis.

If you are late on locking in a rate, they are sure to change for the better or worse. One way or another, don't you want to know what the changes will mean to your bottom line? Of course you would. Here is the first benefit of a mortgage calculator; self reliance. If you see rates change, would you rather have to call up a broker to know how the change will affect you or just pick up your mortgage calculator? I promise, the latter is far easier to get a hold of on a regular basis.

Another huge benefit to using a mortgage calculator is for refinance loans. People who are looking to better their financial situations are often refinancing their mortgages these days. If you are in this situation, using a mortgage calculator can show you the differences that a refinance could make for you. It is always best to get professional assistance when you are ready to refinance, but using a mortgage calculator can give you a head start.

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