Ben Keys, Wharton real estate professor, discusses the renewed interest in adjustable-rate mortgages, outlining how these products can offer short-term savings for homebuyers facing steep housing costs and elevated interest rates, while also exploring the long-term risks and strategic considerations involved.
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How Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Are Helping Buyers Navigate Expensive Housing
Wharton's Ben Keys explains why adjustable-rate mortgages are gaining traction amid high home prices and interest rates.
October 24, 2025
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