The Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider (ARM) — Variable Rate Note is a legal document that accompanies a mortgage loan agreement in the state of Mississippi. It provides important information about the terms and conditions of an adjustable-rate mortgage loan and outlines the variables that may affect the interest rate throughout the loan term. One type of Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider — Variable Rate Note is the "5/1 ARM." This means that the interest rate is fixed for the first five years of the loan term and then adjusts annually for the remaining loan term, based on an index such as the U.S. Treasury Securities rate, LIBOR, or the Prime Rate. Another type of Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider — Variable Rate Note is the "3/1 ARM." With this option, the initial fixed-rate period is three years instead of five, after which the interest rate adjusts annually. The Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider — Variable Rate Note typically includes key sections such as: 1. Loan Terms: This section outlines the specific terms of the mortgage loan, including the loan amount, interest rate, and the date when the interest rate adjustment may occur. 2. Index and Margin: It specifies the index used to determine interest rate adjustments, such as the LIBOR rate, as well as the margin added to the index to calculate the new interest rate. The combination of the index and margin determines the new rate. 3. Interest Rate Adjustment: This section explains how the interest rate can change over time. It provides details on how often the rate may adjust (usually annually), any frequency caps (limits on how much the rate can change in a given period), and lifetime caps (limits on how much the rate can change over the life of the loan). 4. Payment Changes: This section informs borrowers about how payment amounts can change due to interest rate adjustments. It explains the process of calculating new monthly payments after an adjustment and whether there are any payment caps that limit the increase in monthly payments. 5. Prepayment Penalty: Some Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider — Variable Rate Notes may include a prepayment penalty provision, specifying a fee that borrowers must pay if they pay off the loan early, refinance, or make larger principal payments. 6. Borrower's Responsibilities: This section details the borrower's obligations, such as maintaining hazard insurance on the property, paying property taxes, and adhering to other loan requirements. When signing a Mississippi Adjustable Rate Rider — Variable Rate Note, it is crucial for borrowers to carefully review all terms and conditions, seeking legal advice if necessary, to ensure a full understanding of the loan's potential changes and implications.