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What’s an Interest Rate? Why Are They Going Up? 2-1 Buydown Explained + Timely Tips From Experienced Loan Officer, Moose Mau & Investment-Minded Realtor, Jenn Carey

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Hosted by: Kristina Modares and Steph Douglass

Produced and Edited by: Megan Pue

Music by: Lemonmusicstudio

Photo by: Chelsea Francis

Graphic by: Molly Knobloch

SEASON 4, EPISODE 13 SUMMARY

We bring on an experienced loan officer (Steph's uncle, Moose) & investment-minded Realtor (our teammate, Jenn) for a market update + unique ways to overcome increased interest rates. You've probably heard this phrase: "Marry the home - date the rate." But what does it reallyyyy mean? And, how could a '2-1 Buydown' loan increase your home-buying power? We'll explain!

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Related Resources 

  1. Connect With a Realtor

  2. 2-1 Buydown Definition (Investopedia)

  3. Moose's Website

  4. Get a Quote From Moose

  5. Quiz: Are You Ready to Buy?

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