Using Denver's median home price of $560,000, a 50-year mortgage would lower monthly payments by $325, but nearly double the amount of interest paid over the lifetime of the loan.
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- Home sales are at their lowest level in nearly 30 years, prompting the Trump administration to consider changes. 3s
- The administration is proposing a 50-year mortgage to reduce monthly payments and encourage home buying. 8s
- Experts warn that lower payments could be offset by higher total interest and rising home prices if supply does not increase. 24s
- A Denver example shows a 50-year mortgage could save $325 per month but nearly double the lifetime interest paid compared to a 30-year loan. 57s
- The plan could create equity issues, as it would take longer for homeowners to pay down principal and build equity. 1m 26s