Making Your Move in 2024's Market: Seller's Buydown

Greg Pilling • October 8, 2024

Finding the perfect home and securing a competitive mortgage rate are two crucial steps in the homebuying journey. One strategy that can help you achieve both is a seller-paid rate buydown. But how exactly does that work?

What Is a Buydown?

Think of a buydown as an investment that unlocks savings. In a buydown, the seller contributes funds to lower your interest rate, which translates into a lower monthly payment for you. This can mean more buying power, allowing you to qualify for a higher loan amount or make your monthly payments more manageable—without increasing the overall cost of the home.


How Can a Buydown Benefit Sellers?

For sellers, buydowns can be a strategic tool to stand out in a competitive market. Imagine a house priced at $400,000, with rising interest rates pushing the monthly payment out of your budget. A $20,000 price cut might help, but that’s a big loss for the seller. Instead, they could offer a two-point buydown, lowering your rate and reducing your payment to a comfortable level, all while keeping more profit on their side.


A Win-Win for Buyers and Sellers

Seller-paid buydowns can be a win-win for both buyers and sellers. As a buyer, you gain more purchasing power and secure a lower monthly payment. Sellers attract qualified buyers and potentially close deals faster.


Want to Learn More?

Want to learn more about buydowns and other loan options? Leave a comment or contact me directly—I’m here to help you navigate the homebuying process.

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