Functioning of Mortgage Interest Rates

Well, the terms viz, ARM and PITI and FRM might sound scary to you. Here in this article, we have brought you a handy guide to increase your understanding of mortgage market even before you venture into it.



To start with, most loans break into two categories – fixed rate interest loans and the second one, adjustable rate interest loans. In this article, we will consider both the categories and thereafter benefits and drawbacks of the same.

Fixed rate mortgages

When interest rated are low, fixed rate mortgages are usually the best sought out option for borrowers. They permit a uniform rate of interest throughout the course of the mortgage along with monthly payments as per the budget and plan. Herein, the payments are predictable and, there's no shock or sudden increase in payments even in scenarios when interest rates rise for others.

Adjustable rate mortgages

ARM, commonly abbreviated as Adjustable Rate Mortgages shift the risk of inflation from lender to borrower. It can sometimes be tricky to navigate and in case you are a first timer in home buying preposition, you might be keen on consulting with a financial advisor or mortgage broker. Ensure the worst-case scenario possibility and make yourself capable enough to deal with it.

An ARM usually has a variable interest rate that is tied to a financial index which alters with the changing economy. The initial rates are basically lower as compared to rates offered with fixed rate mortgages. It is observed that most home buyers will save money in the long term with ARM as compared to those who borrow over fixed rates.

For an instance, if inflation continues to be on alarmingly high note, the adjustable mortgage rate will continue to rise as compared to fixed rate. This is because borrowers might add a margin of a few points on top of the standard market rate, in this scenario make sure you have a look at their caps. This cap is explained here. On most of the ARM, there is a lifetime cap and an annual cap, that dictate how high or low the interest rate may go in either direction.

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