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Atlanta Mortgage Rate Update

March 7, 2008

Strategic Financing Sells Homes Faster

With interest rates on the rise, it’s become increasingly difficult for many homeowners with Adjustable Rate Mortgages. Each month, they watch their monthly payments increase as interest rates climb closer to the lifetime caps of their loans. In addition, property owners who are looking to sell are finding that their properties are staying on the market for longer periods as buyers have more options to choose from.

Thankfully there is a solution for both of these issues. This special mortgage program has no margin and no index, yet it offers greater financial flexibility because of its tiered interest rates. During the first year of the loan, the borrower pays a rate that’s 2 full percentage points below the current prevailing rate for a 30-year fixed. During the second year, the borrower pays a rate that’s a full 1 percentage point below the prevailing rate. From years 3 through 30, the loan caps out at a rate that’s much lower than their current loan’s cap rate. This provides the borrower with greater cash flow, stability, and instant relief from interest rate nightmares.

For those who are seeking to sell homes more rapidly, attaching a strategic financing program to a specific property for a limited time will create both buyer incentive and a sense of urgency, making marketing and selling the property a breeze. Buyers are inspired to act quickly in order to take advantage of this unique financial benefit. Strategic financing is a perfect solution to today’s challenging market.