Name: Affordable Home Finance
Address: Santa Cruz, California, 95060, United States
Telephone: 877-320-4762

In the past, every home owner got the same loan: a 30 year fixed mortgage. Today there are many different loan programs and choosing the right one could save you hundreds of dollars on your monthly payments.

How Long Do You Plan On Living In The House?	We Recommend:
Not Very Long (1-3 Years)	3/1 ARM, 1 year ARM or 6 month ARM
A few years (3-5 Years)	5/1 ARM
At least 5 years (5-7 years)	7/1 ARM
Around 10 years ( 7-10 years)	10/1 ARM, 30 yr fixed or 15 yr fixed
A long time (10 plus years)	30 year fixed or 15 year fixed

Loan Programs	Advantages	Disadvantages
30 year Fixed 15 year Fixed	Monthly payments won't change Fixed interest rate Protected if rates go up Can refinance if rates go down	Higher interest rate Higher mortgage payments Rate does not drop if interest rates improve
Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARMS)	Lower initial monthly payment Lower payment over a shorter period of time Rates and payments may go down if rates improve May qualify for higher loan amounts	More risk Payments may change over time Potential for high payments if rates go up
Balloon Mortgages	Lower initial monthly payment Lower payment over a shorter period of time Many balloon mortgages offer the option to convert to a new loan after the initial term.	Risk of rates being higher at the end of the initial fixed period Risk of foreclosure if you cannot make balloon payment, cannot refinance, or if you cannot exercise the conversion option
First Time Buyer Programs	Lower down payment Easier to qualify for Sometimes you may get lower rate	May be subject to income and property value limitations Some programs which have government subsidies may have a recapture tax if you sell the house too early.
No point, No fee Programs	No closing costs Less money required to close	Higher rates Higher payments
Home Equity Line of Credit	You only borrow what you need Pay interest only on what you borrow Flexible access to funds Interest may be tax deductible	Rates can change. The maximum interest rate is normally high. Payments can change Harder to refinance your first mortgage
Home Equity Fixed Loan	Fixed payments Interest may be tax deductible	Higher interest rates than on 1st mortgages Harder to refinance your first mortgage

In addition to these standard loan programs, we offer a large number of specialized loans and affordable financial services to fit your needs. Please call us or complete our contact form for more information.

Which Loan is Right For You?