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The Truth About Mortgage Terms and Real Costs

The Truth About Mortgage Terms and Real Costs

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Ken Graczak
Published on December 1, 2025

The Truth About Mortgage Terms and Real Costs

Affordability is more than chasing the lowest rate or choosing the longest term because the smartest mortgage strategy depends on your long-term plans. Many homeowners in Minnesota move or refinance within seven years, which means paying extra for a shorter term like a 20-year loan may never deliver the savings they expect. Pairing a standard 30-year with small extra payments, exploring a 5- or 7-year ARM, or using creative financing like a seller-paid 2-1 buydown can create far more flexibility and long-term value. Matching your term to your timeline keeps you from falling into the lowest-payment trap that ends up costing more over time.

If you want clarity on the strategy that fits your goals and your future plans, reach out anytime. I can help you choose a mortgage structure that supports where you are today and where you plan to be in the next several years.

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