Equity buildup refers to the gradual increase in a homeowner's equity or ownership stake in a property as debt principal is paid down through scheduled mortgage payments.
A fifteen-year mortgage is a fixed-rate, level-payment mortgage loan with a maturity of 15 years, often chosen for its interest savings and quicker equity buildup compared to longer-term loans.
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