Aaron Perkins · October 20, 2026

Does your loan type fit your life?

Mortgage Market Update

Aaron Perkins

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Does your loan type fit your life?

Hi there. This week I want to talk about something that affects your mortgage more than most borrowers realize.

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 Basics

Why your loan type matters more than you think

Not all mortgages work the same way. The type of loan you choose—fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, or something else—shapes how your payment behaves, what fees you pay, and how much house you can afford. Each has real trade-offs worth understanding before you commit. Some borrowers benefit from one program; others are better served by another. The right fit depends on your timeline, risk tolerance, and financial picture. If you've never talked through the differences, or if it's been a while since you looked at your own loan, it's worth a conversation. I can walk you through what you have and whether a different program might serve you better.

Reach out if you'd like to review your current loan or explore what might work best for your situation.

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 Aaron Perkins team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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