Beat The Housing Affordability Crisis: How to Lower Your Rate & Make Homeownership Affordable

Buying a home feels more expensive than ever, but what if there was a way to lower your mortgage payment and make homeownership more affordable? In this episode of The Don Harkins Real Estate Show, we’re diving into temporary and permanent mortgage buydowns—one of the smartest tools available to help buyers reduce costs in today’s high-rate environment.

We’ll break down:

✅ How mortgage buydowns work and who pays for them

✅ The difference between temporary and permanent rate buydowns

✅ How sellers and lenders can use buydowns to attract buyers

✅ Real examples of how much you can save on your monthly payment

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, move-up buyer, seller, or lender, this episode will show you how to leverage rate buydowns to make homeownership more accessible and affordable.

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Mortgage buydown availability, terms, and costs vary by lender, loan type, and borrower qualifications. Loan approval is not guaranteed, and interest rates fluctuate based on market conditions. Consult a licensed mortgage professional or financial advisor before making any home financing decisions. NMLS#1700560

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