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Balloon Payment

Fannie Mae

Updated 10-31-2026

Balloon Payment

The outstanding balance due on a balloon mortgage that must be paid in a lump sum at the end of the mortgage term.

Fannie Mae Glossary of Terms

Fannie Mae · p. 4

California Association of Realtors

Updated 10-31-2026

Balloon Payment

The final lump sum paid at the maturity date of a balloon mortgage.

California Association of Realtors Glossary

California Association of Realtors · p. 2

FTC

Updated 10-31-2026

Balloon Payment

A final lump sum payment that is due, often at the matu-rity date of a balloon mortgage.

FTC Real Estate Terms

FTC · p. 2

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