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TeachMeFinance.com - explain mortgage discount mortgage discount -- the amount paid by the borrower to increase the yield of a mortgage to the lender. Sometimes called points, loan brokerage fee, or new loan fee. The discount is computed on the amount of the loan, not the selling price of the property. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.