What is Points (Discount Points)? | REAL-ESTATE-SALESPERSON Exam Prep
Dec 31, 2025
Points are upfront fees paid to a lender at closing to reduce the interest rate on a mortgage, with each point equal to 1% of the loan amount and typically lowering the rate by 0.25%.
š Learn more about Points (Discount Points) and other key terms for your REAL-ESTATE-SALESPERSON exam at Open Exam Prep.
šÆ This term appears on: REAL-ESTATE-SALESPERSON
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š Points (Discount Points) definition: https://www.open-exam-prep.com/glossary/points
š” Exam Tip: 1 point = 1% of loan amount. Buying points lowers interest rate. Calculate break-even to see if points make sense.
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