When you’re buying a home, you’ll hear a lot of new terms— earnest money , escrow , title insurance , and one that comes up often: mortgage points  (also called discount points ).Many buyers wonder: What are points? Should I buy them? Do they actually save me money? Below is a clear breakdown of how points work, when they make sense, when they don’t, and how seller credits can help pay for them. What Are Mortgage Points? Mortgage points are an optional fee a buyer can pay at