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Balloon Loan Or Mortgage
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balloon loan or mortgage
- a mortgage that typically offers low rates for an initial period of time (usually 5, 7, or 10) years; after that time period elapses, the balance is due or is refinanced by the borrower.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development