loan terms

2. First-Time Home Buyers

What’s the Difference Between a Fixed-Rate and Adjustable-Rate Mortgage

A Fixed-Rate Mortgage Keeps Your Payments Predictable With a fixed-rate mortgage, your interest rate—and your monthly payment—stay the same for the life of the loan, whether that’s 15, 20, or 30 years. This is ideal if: It’s the “set-it-and-forget-it” option that gives many buyers peace of mind. An Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) Starts Lower—Then Changes An […]

9. All Categories

Fixed vs. Adjustable Rates: When & Why

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when financing a home is choosing between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). And while one isn’t always “better” than the other, the right choice depends on your goals, timeline, and risk comfort — not just today’s rate. Let’s break down how each one works,

Scroll to Top