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Index. a measurement used by lenders to determine changes to the Interest rate charged on an adjustable rate mortgage or home equity line of credit.

Inflation: the number of dollars in circulation exceeds the amount of goods and services available for purchase; inflation results in a decrease in the dollar's value.

Insurance: protection against a specific loss over a period of time that is secured by the payment of a regularly scheduled premium.

Interest rate: the amount of interest charged on a monthly loan payment; usually expressed as a percentage.