Harvey and Esmeralda's combined gross income is $75,000, and their monthly consumer debt is $558. They wish to purchase a new home valued at $285,000 but need to know if they qualify for a mortgage of $245,000 amortized over 20 years. The mortgage interest rate on a 5-year mortgage term is 1.89%. Property taxes are $1,800/year and the heating cost for the home is $1,200/year. What is their monthly mortgage payment? Select one: a. $1,012.43 b. $1,225.84 c. $1,142.60 d. $1,124.60 e. None of the above

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Harvey and Esmeralda's combined gross income is $75,000, and their monthly consumer debt is $558. They wish to purchase a new home valued at $285,000 but need to know if they qualify for a mortgage of $245,000 amortized over 20 years. The mortgage interest rate on a 5-year mortgage term is 1.89%. Property taxes are $1,800/year and the heating cost for the home is $1,200/year. What is their monthly mortgage payment?

Select one:
a. $1,012.43
b. $1,225.84
c. $1,142.60
d. $1,124.60
e. None of the above
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