Most homeowners look at their monthly mortgage payment as their largest cost per month, and something they must do to maintain a good credit history. However, you may have heard of bi-weekly mortgage payments and their ability to lower your debt load and help you pay off your mortgage more quickly. If you’re wondering if bi-weekly payments are too good to be true, here’s some information worth consideration.
What Difference Does Bi-Weekly Make?
Making a bi-weekly mortgage payment may seem to mean that your interest will be automatically reduced, but because the lender is not necessarily receiving that payment until the end of the month, this is not necessarily the case. However, while a typical monthly payment will equate to 12 mortgage payments per year, a bi-weekly payment means 26 half payments will be made each year, which equates to 13 months of payments and an additional month. As a result, this can reduce the amount of interest paid on the principal.
Consider More On A Monthly Basis
Bi-weekly payments have the ability to shave a bit off the principal and thereby lower overall interest, but that doesn’t mean you have to switch to paying every two weeks. Instead of bi-weekly, consider dividing your monthly mortgage amount by 12 and adding that amount to your monthly payment. This will bump up your mortgage cost per month, but it will also reduce the total amount you owe. For example, if your mortgage payment is $1200 per month, divide it by 12 to get $100, and add this to your payment, bumping it up to $1300 each month.
Be Aware Of The Options That Work For You
In the event that you decide to make bi-weekly payments, be aware that there may actually be additional fees associated with this offering that will nullify your money savings. As a homeowner, it’s important to stay aware of changes on the market and new mortgage offerings that can benefit you. However, it’s also important to ensure that whatever you choose, you’re aware of the risks involved so they can make for a positive financial shift.
Making a bi-weekly payment on your mortgage may have the benefit of lowering your overall home cost, but you may be able to get this benefit from simply bumping up your monthly payment.
For more tips on reducing your mortgage debt, give me a call – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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5077 E Lonesome Trail
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
$1,175,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,864
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6781780
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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18120 W Solano Court
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
$1,175,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,241
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6741801
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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15439 E Acacia Way
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
$1,175,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,255
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6779167
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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8989 N Gainey Center Drive Unit 149
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
$1,175,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,048
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6779391
Property Type
Townhouse
Price Type
--
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17304 E Alta Loma Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
$1,175,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,457
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6692629
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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13007 W Lowden Road
Peoria, AZ 85383
$1,175,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,676
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6710940
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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4267 E Weather Vane Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
$1,175,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,521
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6786947
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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4497 E Carriage Way
Gilbert, AZ 85297
$1,175,000
7
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,816
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6744372
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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11044 N 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
$1,175,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,169
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6756829
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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6735 E Dove Valley Road
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
$1,175,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,887
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6773699
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
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2133 W Tanya Trail
Phoenix, AZ 85086
$1,175,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,065
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6755847
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
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3837 N 43rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85018
$1,175,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,010
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6739682
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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