So Which Is Better Fixed Rate Or Adjustable Rate Mortgage? - part 1
by Syd Johnson
This is a question that keeps coming up when customers start looking at purchasing or refinancing their home. If you look at the average 30 or 15 year mortgage, it seems that the better mortgage depends on the type of customer. The best mortgage is one that fits in your long term budget, won't use up too much of your monthly income, and gives you a sense of control over your home so you don't end up house rich and cash poor. Let's look at the basics.
A fixed rate mortgage gives you sense of control because you know what your interest rate will be for the next 30 years. The only concern is that the market rate might go down at some point in the future and you will end up paying more than the current interest rate. You can change this by refinancing the loan to lower your payments and get a lower interest rate.
An adjustable rate mortgage allows you to play with the market rate knowing that sometimes you will be more than the market interest rate, and other times you will be paying slightly less. Overall, if the economy stays healthy you should feel like you made the best decision and did not overpay for your home.
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So Which Is Better Fixed Rate Or Adjustable Rate Mortgage?
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