09/23/2026
Many buyers think:
“If the rate is lower, the loan is automatically better.”
Not necessarily.
You also need to consider:
✔ Loan type
✔ Loan term
✔ Fees and closing costs
✔ Points
✔ Monthly payment
✔ How long you expect to keep the loan
A mortgage is more than one number.
Don't compare rates without comparing the entire loan.