Discount point

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Discount point

Discount point is a unit of measurement for various loan charges. It is an amount paid by the borrower to the lender in exchange for lower rate of interest on loans.

Features of discount point are as following:

  • One discount point equals to one percent of the amount of loan.
  • It is paid to the mortgage lender at the time of closing.
  • It is paid to reduce the rate of interest on loan.
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