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    AramideBy AramideJuly 30, 2024Updated:July 30, 20246 Mins Read
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    It is no news that interest rates are rising in the United States. Many Americans think getting a mortgage rate below 4 percent with current interest rates is impossible. However, whether you believe it or not, it is still possible. Even though the housing market is tough for buyers, you can save money with a mortgage rate under 4 percent. According to experts, you can do this if you know the right places to negotiate and how to invest in your home.

    Assumable Mortgage 

    To secure a mortgage rate below 4 percent, you should consider “assumable mortgages.” These are loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), or the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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    Right now, about 23 percent of all active mortgages in the U.S. are assumable. This means there are around 12 million such loans nationwide. Among these, 14 percent, or about 7.2 million, have interest rates under 4 percent.

    Assumable Mortgage: A Growing Trend

    Alex Beene, a financial literacy instructor at the University of Tennessee at Martin, said something concerning this. He told Newsweek that while few assumable mortgages are available right now, their numbers are growing. This trend is expected to continue as more sellers try to sell their homes in a high-priced market.

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    He explained that an assumable mortgage allows a buyer to take over the original loan from the current owner. This loan might have a lower interest rate than what is currently available from banks. However, the buyer might need to pay a higher initial amount to take over the loan at that lower rate.

    Interest Rates and Mortgage

    A lower interest rate means you save more money when buying a home. You might save thousands of dollars each month because mortgage rates are typically between 6% and 7%. However, many worry that assumable mortgages, which let you take over the seller’s loan, might have hidden problems. These types of mortgages are uncommon, and you won’t often see them in listings.

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    To improve your chances of finding an assumable mortgage, you can use special websites like Roam. However, Roam only lists homes in certain states, including Arizona, Georgia, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Texas.

    ALSO READ: How To Reduce Your Mortgage Timeline by Paying Biweekly 

    More Cash for Low Interest Rates 

    Usually, assumable mortgages need larger down payments. For example, if a home costs $450,000, you might need to pay $100,000 upfront. This amount can be too high for many struggling with inflation and an unstable economy.

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    Beene explained to Newsweek, “It’s a good deal right now. It’s good because of the low interest rates. However, you need to  remember that you need a lot of cash to get that lower rate.”

    A Problem in the Housing Market 

    Even if you meet the qualifications for a mortgage, you should still check if it’s financially sustainable in the long run. The current housing market’s main problem is that homes are often too expensive. Even if interest rates are lower, the prices are too high for most people, and buyers might struggle to afford a property over time.

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    Veterans trying to use assumable mortgages also face challenges. Their VA entitlement, which is the amount the VA will cover if they need to repay the loan, is not fully guaranteed until they finish paying off the mortgage.

    Negotiate Your Mortgage Deal 

    Veterans can risk losing their benefits if their home is foreclosed on. They can also lose it if they sell the house for less than what they owe, leaving them without options.

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    Negotiation is also important. To get a good deal on a mortgage that someone else can take over, it’s important to negotiate as much as possible. Buyers have a right to negotiate many of the fees involved. These include application fees, origination fees, rate lock fees, and even real estate agent commissions.

    Enlisting Real Estate Agents

    On ListWise, you can find a real estate agent who meets your budget. These agents will tell you the lowest price they think they can get for your property. Another good thing about them is that they only get paid if they sell it for that price or higher.

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    Some tax breaks can help if you keep more of the money you make from selling your property. For example, if you sell your main home, you can avoid paying federal income tax. If you’re single, you can avoid paying up to $250,000 of the profit. If you’re married and filing jointly, you can avoid paying up to $500,000. 

    ALSO READ: Mortgage Payments in Alaska Increases by More Than 50%

    Mortgage, Interest Rate, and Taxes

    You can get certain tax benefits if you’ve lived in your home for a specific period. You can get the benefits if you have lived in your home for at least two of the last five years and haven’t sold another home in the last two years. You can also deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage from your taxes. However, you can do this only for the first $750,000 of the mortgage.

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    Also, any improvements you make to your home can increase its value and qualify you for tax credits. Improvements like landscaping, painting, or energy-efficient upgrades can help.

    How to Lower Mortgage Rates 

    Kevin Thompson, a finance expert and CEO of 9i Capital Group, made a statement. He said the best way to get a lower mortgage rate involves using time-tested methods. 

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    In an interview with Newsweek, Thompson explained that one key factor is your credit score. Lenders prefer working with people with high credit scores because they are more reliable. If your credit score is high, you’re more likely to get a better deal and a lower interest rate on your mortgage.

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