There are several types of mortgages to choose from when looking to buy a home. It’s important to consider your financial situation and choose the mortgage that best suits your needs.
Today, I will provide an overview of the various types of mortgages available and help you determine which one is the best fit for your unique situation. The home-buying process can be stressful, but by choosing the right mortgage, you can set yourself up for success. Let’s take a closer look at the options available to you.
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Conventional Mortgage
Conventional mortgages don’t require high-ratio or lender insurance. No financial institution can offer mortgage financing without insurance beyond a specific proportion of the property’s worth. This restriction was lowered from 75% to 80% on April 20, 2007 for most single-family mortgages. Conventional mortgages don’t exceed 80% of a property’s value, allowing a 20% margin. As such, the financial institution is protected enough from risk to make a loan without third-party coverage.
Open Mortgage
The repayment conditions of an open mortgage are generally more flexible than those of a closed mortgage, and you can repay all outstanding or part of your mortgage at any time during the course of the period. However, open mortgage rates are usually higher than closed mortgage rates.
Variable rate mortgages
Variable-rate mortgages have consistent payments, but the interest rate changes based on market conditions. In a variable-rate mortgage, the payment is fixed but the interest rate is not fixed.Changing interest rates impact how much of your variable-rate mortgage payment goes to principle. There will be months when interest rates go up and you pay less toward the principal, but other months when interest rates go down and you pay more toward the principal.
Capped-rate Mortgages
Capped rates fluctuate but never exceed the cap on interest rates. This rate is offered with a five-year term. By choosing a capped variable mortgage rate, you can prevent rate hikes. The rate will fluctuate based on the market but will never exceed a set threshold.
Closed Mortgages
Closed mortgages are more stable, and your interest rate can be fixed. There is peace of mind with lower rates than open mortgages. Choose a long-term mortgage if you expect an increase in interest rates and you don’t have any immediate plans to pay off your mortgage. Although they offer lower interest rates, a closed mortgage can not be prepaid, amended, or refinanced without paying a cancellation fee.
Convertible Mortgage
A convertible mortgage (a six-month to one-year mortgage and can get a fixed rate) allows homeowners to switch mortgage types during its term. A convertible mortgage lets a homeowner start with an open mortgage and close it in the future. The borrower can convert an adjustable-rate mortgage to a fixed-rate mortgage at certain times.
Reverse Mortgage
Reverse mortgages convert home equity into cash. You won’t have to sell or leave your house during the process, but you must be 62 to qualify. It depends on age how much a homeowner can borrow. Many Canadians use reverse mortgage money to repay loans or mortgages, help family members, or buy a new home. Reverse mortgage rates are higher than conventional mortgage rates.
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