Amid constantly changing reports about the state of the economy, the future of interest rates, and the mortgage lending industry in general, it has become extremely difficult for the average American to decipher such substantial amounts of information. Extracting the high quality, accurate and reliable data from the wealth of propaganda and inaccuracy is an excruciating task. For this reason, most consumers are confused and unclear about what situations would be considered by experts as acceptable and appropriate to obtain an Adjustable Rate Mortgage versus a fixed loan. Here is some information to help you determine whether an ARM would be appropriate for your financial situation.
Short Term Stay in The Home – Very simply, an ARM would be appropriate for those home buyers who are positive that they will not be living forever in the property theyre now thinking of buying. ARMs allow buyers to pay a fixed amount for a certain number of years, and then an amount that is subject to increases on a regular schedule. Depending on the specific features of a borrowers ARM, this initial fixed payment period will usually range from one year up to five years. Payments during...