Second Mortgage Advantages
One of the biggest advantages to owning a home is that, once you have built
some equity, you can save money when you take out a loan because the
interest you pay is tax-deductible. Home equity is the difference between
what the home is worth and what you owe. If your home is valued at $90,000,
and you only owe $75,000, your equity is $15,000.
There are two primary ways to borrow against your home, the first of which
is to take out a second mortgage. This type of loan is usually for a shorter
term of between five and twenty years, and will carry a higher interest rate
than the first mortgage.
Many people take out a second mortgage to purchase a car, if they have
enough equity, because the interest is generally lower than an automobile
loan and, again, the interest paid is tax-deductible, so the cost of
financing is much lower.
Remember that terms can vary greatly from lender to lender, so shop around
with banks and credit unions to find the best rate. Also, make sure you
clearly understand how much your monthly payments are and that they will fit
into your budget.