Loan Program

Conventional Adjustable Rate (ARM)

Lower initial rate that adjusts after a fixed period.

What is a Conventional Adjustable Rate (ARM)?

An adjustable rate mortgage has a fixed introductory period (such as 5, 7, or 10 years), after which the rate adjusts periodically based on an index.

ARMs can be a fit for borrowers who plan to sell or refinance before the initial fixed period ends.

Key benefits

  • Typically lower initial rate than a comparable fixed-rate loan
  • Fixed introductory periods of 5, 7, or 10 years are common
  • Rate adjustment caps limit how much the rate can change

Who qualifies?

  • Borrowers comfortable with future payment adjustments
  • Buyers with a defined time horizon for the property

Frequently asked questions

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