Definition of "Interest Rate Index"

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Plymouth

The specific interest rate series to which the interest rate on an ARM is tied, such as 'Treasury Constant Maturities, One-Year,' or 'Eleventh District Cost of Funds.'

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