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The main difference between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage

What is the main difference between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage?⬇️

A fixed-rate mortgage has an interest rate that stays the same throughout the loan term. This means your monthly payment will also remain the same, unless you refinance. A fixed-rate mortgage is usually more predictable, stable, and easy to understand than an adjustable-rate mortgage. However, a fixed-rate mortgage may have a higher interest rate than an adjustable-rate mortgage at the start, and it may not benefit from any drops in the market interest rates.

An adjustable-rate mortgage has an interest rate that can change at certain intervals after an initial fixed period. This means your monthly payment can also change depending on the direction and magnitude of the rate change. An adjustable-rate mortgage usually has a lower interest rate than a fixed-rate mortgage during the initial fixed period, which can range from three to 10 years. However, an adjustable-rate mortgage is usually more complicated, risky, and unpredictable than a fixed-rate mortgage, as it can increase significantly after the fixed period ends.

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