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Mortgage comparison

Fixed-Rate vs. Adjustable-Rate Mortgage

A fixed-rate mortgage keeps the interest rate stable. An adjustable-rate mortgage can change after an initial period.

FeatureFixed rateAdjustable rate
Payment stabilityHigher predictabilityMay change after reset
Initial rateOften higherMay begin lower

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