Fixed-rate certainty
A fixed rate keeps the contractual rate stable for the term. It can make budgeting easier, but penalties for breaking the mortgage may be calculated differently between lenders and can be significant.
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A fixed rate keeps the contractual rate stable for the term. It can make budgeting easier, but penalties for breaking the mortgage may be calculated differently between lenders and can be significant.
A variable rate moves with the lender’s prime rate. Payments may change, or the payment may stay fixed while the interest portion changes, depending on the product. Understand the trigger-rate and payment rules.
Ask about prepayment limits, portability, conversion options, restrictions, qualification requirements and how penalties are calculated. These details can outweigh a small difference in rate.
Rates can vary by loan-to-value ratio, insurance status, property use, term, amortization, transaction type, credit and lender policy.
A fixed contractual rate remains stable for the term. A variable rate changes with the lender’s prime rate; payment behavior depends on the product.
Yes. Rates and eligibility can change. A lender-approved rate hold may protect a rate for a defined period, subject to its terms and final approval.
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