Fetchy McFetch · October 20, 2026

The loan type question most people skip

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

Fetchy McFetch

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

The loan type question most people skip

Hi there. This week I want to talk about something that doesn't always get the attention it deserves: the type of mortgage you choose.

National Mortgage Rates · October 16, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.28%

FHA 30-Year

7.13%

VA 30-Year

6.93%

Rate trend

Source: Optimal Blue daily mortgage indices via FRED

Rates shown are national mortgage index rates and are provided for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary based on credit profile, loan amount, and market conditions. Please contact us for a personalized rate quote.


Loan Programs

Why your loan type matters more than you think

Not all mortgages work the same way. The type of loan you choose—whether fixed-rate, adjustable, FHA, conventional, or something else—shapes your payment, your flexibility, and your long-term costs in ways that are easy to overlook when you're focused on getting approved. Some programs offer lower upfront costs but adjust over time. Others lock in predictability from day one. Some let you build equity faster; others prioritize lower monthly payments. The right fit depends entirely on your situation: how long you plan to stay in the home, your comfort with change, and what matters most to you financially. I've seen borrowers save real money—and avoid real stress—simply by understanding which program actually aligned with their life. If you're not sure whether your current loan is the best match for where you are now, or if you're shopping for a new mortgage, I'd love to walk through your options.

Let's talk about which loan program makes the most sense for you.

Tip of the Week

Your loan officer can run a credit simulator to show exactly which actions will move your score the most.

Tips for Homeowners

Year-End Tax & Mortgage Planning

1.

Consider making your January mortgage payment in December to get an extra month of deductible interest in the current tax year (consult your tax advisor first).

2.

If you plan to sell next year, now is a good time to document improvements — receipts and records add to your cost basis and reduce taxable capital gain at sale.

3.

Review your W-4 withholding if you bought a home this year — your mortgage interest deduction may mean you're having too much withheld from each paycheck.

Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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