Question 1

How long is the fixed period on a typical ARM?

Accepted Answer

Common options are 5/1, 7/1, and 10/1 ARMs. The first number is the fixed years before adjustments begin.

Question 2

What happens when an ARM adjusts in Willits?

Accepted Answer

Your rate moves based on a market index plus the lender's margin. Caps limit how much it can move each period.

Question 3

Can I use an ARM on a rural property with acreage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but lender options narrow. Wholesale and portfolio lenders are often the best route for Mendocino County rural homes.

Question 4

Is an ARM risky if I plan to stay long-term?

Accepted Answer

It carries more rate uncertainty than a fixed loan. If you're staying 15+ years, a fixed rate likely makes more sense.

Question 5

What index do most ARMs use today?

Accepted Answer

Most agency ARMs now use SOFR as the benchmark index. Your margin plus SOFR equals your adjusted rate.

Question 6

Can I refinance out of an ARM before it adjusts?

Accepted Answer

Yes — many borrowers do exactly that. Plan your refinance window before the first adjustment date arrives.

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