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Fixed-rate mortgage

A mortgage whose interest rate is set when the loan is made and doesn't change for the life of the loan.

Because the rate doesn't change, the monthly principal-and-interest payment stays the same for the whole loan. Source 1

Where it comes up

Sources

  1. Freddie Mac: Considering an adjustable-rate mortgage? Here's what you should know (opens in a new tab)

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