Mortgage Information

If you're like most buyers, a home is the most expensive purchase you'll ever make, and you'll probably need some form of financing.

There are many lending institutions that offer a variety of mortgage products. Financing options and rates can vary widely, so it is important to do your research and shop around to ensure you get the mortgage that best meets your needs at the best price.

I would be happy to refer you to some very good mortgage contacts I have throughout the Bay Area, or to help you in any other way I can to secure the best possible rate for your home purchase.

Use the mortgage calculators below to assist you in making some decisions around financing your new home. If you have any further questions please call our office for professional assistance.

Mortgage Qualification Calculator

This calculator will help you determine how much money you qualify to borrow. The results are informal. You will be subject to a credit approval from your financial institution taking into consideration existing debt load, amount of down payment, income and other variables.

Mortgage Payment Calculator & Amortization Table

This calculator will help you determine what your mortgage payments will be based on purchase price, interest rate and mortgage term, as well as other factors. The amortization table shows what the interest and principal payments will be over the term of the mortgage.

Should I rent or buy?

This calculator compares the cost of renting versus the real cost of buying a home.

Which mortgage is better for me?

This calculator will help you compare the total cost of any two or three mortgages. This analysis includes the effect of a tax deduction for interest. If the interest is not deductible, or if you do not want to show the effect of the tax deduction, choose an income tax rate of zero.

How much will my fixed rate mortgage payment be?

This calculator computes the payments (principal and interest) for a fixed rate loan, using monthly interest compounding and monthly payments.

How much will my adjustable rate mortgage payments be?

This calculator computes the estimated payments and interest for an adjustable rate loan, where the rate increases by the maximum amount allowed at each interval until it reaches the rate cap.

How much will my payments be for a balloon mortgage?

The term of a balloon mortgage is usually short (e.g., 5 years), but the payment amount is amortized over a longer term (e.g., 30 years). An advantage of these loans is that they often have a lower interest rate, but the final balloon payment is substantial. This calculator computes the payment amount necessary for a mortgage with a balloon payment, using monthly interest compounding and monthly payments.

How much will I save by increasing my mortgage payment?

Find out how much interest you can save by paying an additional amount with your mortgage payment. The additional amount will reduce the principal on your mortgage, as well as the total amount of interest you will pay, and the number of payments.