Question: John and Mary have been working for two years and are interested in purchasing their first home. John earns $45,000 per year and Mary earns

John and Mary have been working for two years and are interested in purchasing their first home. John earns $45,000 per year and Mary earns $35,000 annually. They want to buy a home for $300,000. John and Mary obtain a 30-year fixed-rate loan at 5%, and make a 25% down payment. Neither of them has served in the military. Other costs include: monthly car payment, $695; annual homeowners insurance, $900; annual property taxes, $6,000; and monthly student loan, $425.

What is the amount of their mortgage loan?

Multiple Choice

a. $35,000

b. $300,000

c. $75,000

d. $80,000

e. $225,000

  • $45,000

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