Texas Mortgage Lending, powered by CUTX
5-Year Interest-Only Mortgages in Texas
Lower your required mortgage payment for the first five years1 with a Texas 5-year interest-only mortgage. This option can free up your monthly cash flow as you explore the right long-term loan strategy for your goals.
A 5-year interest-only mortgage may be worth considering for second homes, investment properties, and situations where lower early payments matter.
Texas 5-Year Interest-Only Mortgage Features
A Texas 5-year interest-only mortgage lets you pay less each month at the start of your loan. Learn how this interest-only period works, when it might be a good fit, and how to discuss your loan options.
-
Interest-Only Payments for the First 5 Years
This mortgage lets you pay only the interest on your loan for the first five years. Because your payments are lower during this time, you may have more flexibility in your monthly budget at the beginning of the loan.
-
Built to Support Early Cash Flow Flexibility
Lower housing payments during the first five years can help you direct cash toward other priorities. For some borrowers, that flexibility is a major reason to consider an interest-only structure.
-
May Be a Fit for Second Homes or Investment Properties
This loan option is often a good fit for second homes or investment properties. It’s also helpful if you want lower payments at the start of your loan.
-
Prequalification Starts With a Conversation
A quick conversation with our mortgage team can help you figure out how much home you can afford and if this loan is right for you. Prequalification can also help clarify your home search process.
-
Qualification Details Depend on Your Scenario
Down payment needs, pricing, property fit, and approval details can vary by borrower and property. A mortgage specialist can walk you through the details for your specific purchase or refinance goals.
When a 5-Year Interest-Only Mortgage May Make Sense
People often choose this type of loan to help with cash flow during the first few years, rather than committing to larger payments right away. It’s a good choice if you want upfront flexibility while working toward your long-term goals.
- You want lower required payments at the beginning of the loan
An interest-only period can create more breathing room in your monthly budget during the first five years. - You are buying or refinancing a second home
This option may be useful when you want to manage housing costs carefully across more than one property. - You are financing an investment property
Investors might consider this loan if early cash flow is important to their overall property strategy. - You want to talk through options before committing to a path
Talking with our Texas mortgage experts can help you compare this loan to other options and find what fits your goals.
Lower Payments for the First 5 Years
Make interest-only payments during the first five years of the loan to create more room in your monthly budget.
Talk With Our Team
More Flexibility for Other Priorities
Lower required housing payments at the start of the loan can help free up cash for other financial goals.
Explore Your Options
Useful for Second Homes and Investment Properties
A 5-year interest-only mortgage may be worth considering when buying or refinancing a second home in Texas.
See If It Fits
Let's discuss your Jumbo Mortgage options
NMLS #576560 Credit Union of Texas provides mortgage loans through its affiliate Texas Mortgage Lending, LLC, NMLS #1641703. CUTX home loan programs are only available in Texas. Loans are subject to credit approval, CUTX’s lending policies, and property approval. Traditional closing costs apply. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Prequalification is not a commitment to lend. Membership required.
1 Interest only payments will be re-amortized at the time the repayment period begins. If interest only payments are made, the loan balance will not decrease. CUTX home loan programs are only available in Texas. Loans are subject to credit approval, CUTX’s lending policies, and property approval. Prequalification is not a commitment to lend (if applicable)