Melissa Arntzen

Proposal could lower payments by ~$120/month, but savings depend on loan duration and refinancing habits.
Mortgages >30 years need legislative change for government backing; otherwise, higher rates may erase savings.
Longer terms slow equity buildup, increase total interest, and may not address down payment or debt barriers.
Other ideas: portable mortgages, capital gains tax changes, and Fannie/Freddie privatization face complex trade-offs.
Main solution cited: build more homes; increased construction costs from tariffs seen as counterproductive.

50 YEAR MORTGAGE
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Stay in your home 5–7 years to build equity and make ownership worthwhile.
Check your credit score; 700+ can mean lower mortgage rates and payments.
List your needs vs. wants; no house is perfect, so decide on deal-breakers.
Get pre-qualified for a loan to speed up the mortgage process and know your budget.
Always get a professional inspection to uncover hidden issues before closing.