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Demand for riskier mortgages rises along with interest rates
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Mortgage rates reached their highest level since June 2025, according to market data. Some buyers have shifted to adjustable-rate mortgages in response to the higher rates. Adjustable-rate mortgages typically offer lower initial rates than fixed-rate mortgages but carry the risk of rate increases after an initial period.
