Rate may increase after settlement.
Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) Rates
A set rate mortgage for a defined period of time, which will adjust later.
Experience an easier way to buy a home.
Overview
If you’re buying a home and want lower payments than a fixed rate mortgage may provide, consider an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) from PNC Mortgage
Facts & Figures
With an ARM, you’ll start out with a lower interest rate than a fixed rate loan and, after a predetermined number of years, your rate may change (higher or lower) and will continue to adjust on a regular basis until you pay off your mortgage.
- Lower payments for the first years of a loan.
- Ideal if you’re expecting an increase in income, are willing to accept future interest rate risk, or don’t plan to own the home for a long period.
- Adjustable rate loans are available in periods of 7 and 10 years during which the interest rate remains unchanged, followed by an adjustment period in which the interest rate may increase or decrease on an annual or semi-annual basis, dependent upon the product, resulting in a change in your monthly payment amount.
Costs & Fees
Typically these fees range from 2% - 6% of the loan amount.
Adjustable Rate Mortgage FAQs
Top customer questions about adjustable rate mortgages.
Mortgage Calculators
Comparing loan options? Just looking for how much you can borrow? Use our home lending calculators to understand your refinancing options and help you decide.
Mortgage Process Guide
Understand the basics before you start the mortgage process.
Need More Information?
From first mortgage to home equity, from setting up your online account to payment processing – explore the Understanding Home Lending Center to find the answers you need.
We Are a Trusted Partner
Whether you need a mortgage pre-approval[1] or help after the closing, we’re available online, on the phone or face-to-face in your neighborhood branch. Here’s what you can expect from us:
- Pre-approval Services – So you can house hunt with confidence knowing how much you can afford.
- Online Application Support - Our digital mortgage application lets you track and update your application, through every step of the approval process.
- Service After the Closing – We’re with you every step of the way. We service most of our customers’ home mortgage loans.
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- Explore at your own pace – no need to sign in or share contact information until you're ready
- Compare interest rates, payment estimates, and product options with Scenario Builder
- Check what you can afford – run the numbers with our home lending calculators
- Find your dream home – browse active listings and save your favorites
- Start the online preliminary preapproval,[5] without impacting your credit score.[6]
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Have Questions?
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Borrower must satisfy pre-approval conditions outlined in commitment letter. Final loan approval and amount are subject to verification of loan data, property appraisal and underwriting conditions.
PNC's internal process for completing the pre-underwriting review typically takes 24 hours, while completing the underwriting review typically takes an additional 24 hours, which equates to 2 business days (when all required documentation has been provided by the client upfront).
Child support or alimony income can be used if you received it for the past 12 months and it will continue for at least three years into the loan period. However, alimony, child support, or separate maintenance income need not be included if it is not to be considered as income available to repay the loan.
PNC Mortgage pay by phone transactions are free via our automated phone service or with agent assistance.
Final loan approval and amount are subject to verification of loan data, property appraisal and underwriting conditions.
PNC will make one or more soft credit inquires during the digital online preliminary preapproval process, which will not affect your credit score. If you later submit an application, a hard credit inquiry will be made which may affect your credit score.
Digital pre-approval requires the assistance of a Mortgage Loan Officer. After the first part of the application process is complete, a PNC Mortgage Loan Officer will reach out to finish the remainder of the preapproval.
PNC, PNC HomeHQ, PNC Home Insight and Home Insight are registered service marks of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. ("PNC"). PNC has a pending patent application directed at various features and functions of Home Insight® Planner. All loans are provided by PNC Bank, National Association, a subsidiary of PNC, and are subject to credit approval and property appraisal.
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