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15 vs. 30 Yr Mortgages

Determining which mortgage term is right for you can be a challenge. With a 15 year mortgage you will pay significantly less interest, but only if you can afford the higher monthly payment. Use this calculator to compare these two mortgage terms, and let us help you decide which term is better for you.

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Mortgage amount
Original or expected balance for your mortgage.

Interest rate
Annual interest rate for your mortgage. Interest rates are generally lower for shorter term mortgages.

Marginal tax rate
This is your combined state and federal tax rate. This is used to calculate your potential income tax savings by deducting your mortgage interest.

Monthly payment
Monthly principal and interest payment (PI). Both 30 year and 15 year mortgages are shown.

Total payments
Total of all monthly payments over the full term of the mortgage. Both 30 year and 15 year mortgages are shown.

Total interest
Total of all interest paid over the full term of the mortgage. Both 30 year and 15 year mortgages are shown.

The mortgage calculators are provided by KJE Computer Solutions, LLC and made available to NUMBER1EXPERT as self-help tools for your independent use and are not intended to provide investment advice. We can't guarantee their applicability or accuracy in regards to your individual circumstances. All examples are hypothetical and are for illustrative purposes. We encourage you to seek personalized advice from qualified professionals regarding all personal finance issues.



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Zoning Laws >Zoning In

Every city and county has zoning laws that define and restrict how property owners can use the land. The purpose of zoning regulations is to establish development standards and to ensure that the land is used for the common good.

There are restrictions on both the type of structures you can build and how the property can be used. Common zoning categories are residential, agricultural, industrial, commercial and recreational. There are sub-categories such as single-family residential zones and multiple family residential zones, (areas where condo and apartment complexes are permitted.)

Zoning ordinances also contain restrictions on the height and square footage of the buildings, the number of stories allowed and how close buildings can be to one another. They state what kinds of facilities are required for each form of use -- for instance, a residential property must have a driveway. Whether you intend to buy a new piece of property or improve one that you already own, zoning laws will dictate what you will be able to do with your land.

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Real Estate Trivia
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According to statistic published early in 2005, the Florida coast is the most sought-after vacation and retirement destination in the United States.
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My wife and I work together as Realtors & Buyer Agents in the Jacksonville, St Augustine & Orange Park Markets. We have helped over 200 familes to find the right place to call home. We strive to treat each buyer as if it was our only client and because of this, our business is 50% referral based from our past clients. We are experienced in most loan programs & can help make sure you understand the pros/cons of each option so YOU can make informed decisions. For all of you 1st Timers we understand 1st Time Buyer Programs. They can come with FREE $$ to assist with the down payment & closing costs. There are still a couple of 100% financing options available such as VA Loans or USDA Loans in parts of St Johns or Southern Clay. Military Members may qualify for a one year extension of the Home Buyer Tax Credit. There are also additional tax credits available for existing home owners. We are only a text, email or phone call away.

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