In variable-rate loans, the interest rates can either be locked in for a certain period, known as “locks” in the industry, or they can vary, much like the rates on conventional loans. A good thing about variable rate loans is that they can offer you more flexibility in choosing payment terms.
Depending on whether you choose to use a locking period or variable interest rates, you may be able to choose to pay your loan off over a more extended period or even accelerate the amount of time it takes to repay it entirely. However, if you decide to use interest rates to your advantage, you must be fully aware that interest rates are subject to change constantly and without warning.…
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