10/08/2026
Your amortization is the total time it takes to pay off your mortgage, and it's not the same as your term. A longer amortization generally lowers your regular payment but means you pay more interest over the life of the mortgage. At the same time, a shorter one raises the payment and reduces total interest. The longest amortization available to you generally depends on your down payment, whether your mortgage is insured and your lender. Extra prepayments, where your mortgage allows them, can shorten it over time.