The Switzers Are Nearing the End of the First Five-Year

question 85

Short Answer

The Switzers are nearing the end of the first five-year term of a $200,000 mortgage loan with a 25-year amortization. The interest rate has been 4.5% compounded semi-annually for the initial term. How much will their monthly payments increase if the interest rate upon renewal is 7.5% compounded semi-annually?

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