You can borrow too much or prepare too little. You can misjudge terms or overestimate your credit. With so much at stake, it’s no wonder so much can go wrong.
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Knowing when and how your adjustable-rate mortgage will reset to a higher interest rate should be your first priority. It can help you determine whether — and when — refinancing is the right move.

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