 | Fixed-rate mortgages |
| The pros and cons of 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages are explained, as well as the differences in interest paid over the life of the loans. |
 | Adjustable-rate mortgages |
| Adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs, move with market interest rates. Here we explain which rates are used and how your payments might be affected. |
 | Deciding between an ARM and a fixed-rate mortgage |
| Now that you know the difference between the two types of mortgages, we'll compare them side-by-side to make it easy for you to decide which to take. |
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 | Other types of mortgages |
| We explain the other types of mortgages you've heard about: jumbo, balloon, two-step, assumable, construction and seller financing. |
 | Which type of lender is right for you? |
| This section explains the different types of lenders you might get a mortgage from and which is the best one for your situation. |