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Things to Consider When Choosing an Adjustable Mortgage




By Dan Lewis

If you have looked into mortgage loans at all, you know the two primary choices are fixed and adjustable mortgages. Adjustable mortgages may seem a good choice, but there are a few things to consider.

Things to Consider When Choosing an Adjustable Mortgage

Historically, fixed 30-year mortgages were the standard in the real estate market. As time passed, adjustable interest rate mortgages came on the scene and subsequently became very popular. The advantage of adjustable mortgage is one typically gets a lower initial interest rate. The potential disadvantage, however, is the rate can rise over time to a point where you are paying more than a fixed rate. In really bad situations, the rise in interest rates may actually result in a monthly mortgage payment that you simply cannot pay.

In determining whether an adjustable mortgage is the best choice for you, there are a couple of factors you should keep in mind. Let's take a closer look.

One of the biggest factors has to do with time. Specifically, how long do you intend to live in the property and pay the mortgage? If the time period is relatively short, say three to five years, then an adjustable mortgage is a very attractive option. Why? Most adjustable mortgages have limits on the number of times the interest rate can be increased in a year, to wit, one or two times. Given the relatively short period of time you will keep the mortgage, it is unlike the rate will rise above what you would get with a fixed rate mortgage. Even if it does so in the last year or so, you should still pay less interest over the total time you have the loan.

The second issue to consider is how tight your finances are in relation to buying the home you are considering. Are you considering an adjustable rate mortgage simply because you cannot qualify for enough money with a fixed? If so, you really need to step back from the situation. If you cannot afford a fixed rate mortgage, how are you going to make the monthly payments on an adjustable if the interest rate goes up? Unless you have a very good and realistic answer, you need to consider looking at property with a lower price. You do not want to end up in a situation where you cannot meet your mortgage obligations and default on the loan.

In general, adjustable rate mortgages have a lot to offer borrowers. That does not mean that everyone should apply for one.
 
 
About the Author
Dan Lewis is with http://www.gwhomeloans.com - San Diego mortgage brokers providing San Diego home loans.


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