Temporary Buydown vs Discount Points
Compare short-term savings vs long-term rate reduction
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A buydown temporarily reduces your rate for 1-3 years, then reverts to the note rate. Points permanently reduce your rate for the life of the loan.
Buydowns are better if you expect to refinance soon. Points are better if you'll keep the loan long-term (past the break-even point).