Mortgage payments are typically set up as monthly installments.
These installments usually consist of principal and interest.
The interest rate of a mortgage can vary depending on the lender.
Some mortgages have adjustable interest rates, while others are fixed.
Mortgage terms can range from 15 to 30 years.
Mortgage payments can be paid monthly, bi-weekly… or weekly.
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