Will my payment change over time?
Your loan payment may change over time, depending on the type of loan you have.
- Fixed-Rate Mortgage: No – Your principal and interest stay the same.
- Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM): Yes – Your rate and payment may change after a set period.
- Interest-Only Loan: Yes – Your payment will increase when you start repaying the principal.
- Balloon Loan: Yes – You’ll owe a large lump sum at the end.
Even with a fixed-rate mortgage, your payment can still vary. While your principal and interest won’t change, your monthly payment can increase if:
- Property taxes go up
- Homeowner’s insurance premiums increase
- Mortgage insurance (PMI) kicks in or falls off







