Points Break-Even Calculator

Calculate if buying mortgage points is worth the cost

Loan Details

1 point = 1% of loan amount

How Points Work

  • • 1 point = 1% of loan amount
  • • Points are prepaid interest
  • • Typically reduces rate by 0.25%
  • • May be tax deductible
  • • Best if you keep loan long-term

Points Analysis

Recommendation

Points May Be Worth It

Break-Even Point

60 months

(5.0 years)

Cost of Points

$4,000

Rate Reduction

0.250%

Monthly Savings

$67

Net Savings

5 Years:$9
10 Years:$4,018
Lifetime:$20,054

Payment Comparison

Without Points:$2,661/mo
With Points:$2,594/mo