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Demarco and Tanya have received information about three separate mortgage offers. In two or three paragraphs, describe your recommendation for the best financial choice in their situation.

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As for Mortgage Option 3, not only is the interest rate higher (4.0%), but the remaining balance that is not paid has to be paid off completely in 8 years. After the down payment, they would have a $1,605 monthly payment which includes the fixed interest rate of 4.25% as well. Due to the short payment time, a borrower has a risk of loosing their home and equity if the final payment is not able to be made. Mortgage Option 2 has the lowest interest rate (3.5%) but these rates could be adjusted annually. Even though the interest rate is the highest, they would be able to afford it. Not only are they able to make these payments, Tanya and Demarco would also have. approximately $3,395 left to spend from their monthly earnings too.

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