Louisiana Mortgage Payment Calculator
🏛️ Louisiana Tax & Cost Considerations
With Louisiana's moderate 4.25% state income tax rate, you have balanced tax considerations that moderately impact both your income and mortgage deduction benefits.
💡 Key Tax Highlights:
- Moderate 4.25% state tax provides balanced considerations
- Mortgage interest deduction provides meaningful benefits
- Consider both state and federal tax implications
- Property tax deductions also available
🎯 Payment Considerations:
- Low property taxes (0.18%) reduce total monthly housing costs
- High insurance costs (1.77% of home value) add substantially to payments
- FHA loan limits ($472,030) may require conventional loans for higher-priced homes
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Rates updated: Oct 26, 2025 9:00 PM
Loan Details
📊 Current mortgage rates updated 9 hours ago
30 Yr. Fixed
Range: 6.176% - 7.306%
6.236%
15 Yr. Fixed
Range: 5.646% - 6.636%
5.806%
30 Yr. Jumbo
Range: 6.146% - 7.496%
6.186%
7/6 SOFR ARM
Range: 5.636% - 7.296%
5.896%
30 Yr. FHA
Range: 5.946% - 6.666%
5.996%
30 Yr. VA
Range: 5.956% - 6.686%
6.016%
Louisiana Costs
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Louisiana Mortgage Information
Louisiana Rates & Costs
- Property Tax Rate 0.18%
- Avg. Insurance Rate 1.77%
- Avg. Closing Costs 2.3%
- FHA Loan Limit $472,030
- State Tax Rate 4.25%
Available Programs
- FHA loans with low down payment options
- VA loans for eligible veterans
- USDA rural development loans
Louisiana Considerations
- State tax rate affects mortgage interest deduction value
- Local property tax rates vary by county
- First-time buyer programs may be available
Loan Types
- FHA loans available up to $472,030
- VA loans for eligible veterans (no down payment)
- Conventional loans with competitive rates
- Jumbo loans for amounts above $472,030
Understanding Mortgage Rates: APR vs Rate vs Points
🏷️ Interest Rate
The interest rate is the annual cost of borrowing money, expressed as a percentage. This is what you see advertised and what's used to calculate your monthly principal and interest payment.
Example: A 6.5% interest rate on a $300,000 loan = ~$1,896/month (P&I only)
📊 APR (Annual Percentage Rate)
APR includes the interest rate PLUS additional costs like origination fees, discount points, and some closing costs. It gives you the "true cost" of the loan.
Key Insight: Always compare APRs, not just interest rates, when shopping for loans.
💰 Discount Points
Points are upfront fees you pay to "buy down" your interest rate. Each point typically costs 1% of your loan amount and reduces your rate by ~0.25%.
Example: On a $300,000 loan, 1 point = $3,000 upfront to reduce rate from 6.5% to 6.25%
💡 Should You Buy Points? The Math Behind the Decision
✅ Points Usually Make Sense When:
- You're staying long-term: Need 5-8+ years to break even
- You have extra cash: Better than investing in low-yield accounts
- You want payment certainty: Locked-in lower payment for life
- Tax benefits: Points may be tax-deductible (consult tax advisor)
⚠️ Common Gotchas & When to Avoid:
- Short-term ownership: You'll lose money if you move/refinance early
- Opportunity cost: That cash might earn more in investments (especially in bull markets)
- Cash flow: Don't deplete your emergency fund for points
- Rate environment: If rates are falling, you might refinance soon anyway
- Seller concessions: Sometimes sellers will pay points instead of lowering price
🧮 Quick Break-Even Formula:
Break-Even Months = (Points Cost) ÷ (Monthly Payment Savings)
Example: $3,000 in points saves $42/month → 71 months (6 years) to break even
Example: $3,000 in points saves $42/month → 71 months (6 years) to break even
🎯 Expert Tips for Rate Shopping
1. Compare APRs, not rates - This accounts for all costs
2. Get quotes on the same day - Rates change daily
3. Ask about rate locks - Protect against rate increases during closing
4. Consider no-point options - Often the best choice for most buyers
5. Negotiate everything - Lender fees, not just rates
6. Check local credit unions - Often have competitive rates
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