Tony Tehfe · October 20, 2026

The one thing to know about your loan type

Mortgage Market Update

Tony Tehfe

Tony Tehfe

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

The one thing to know about your loan type

Every mortgage is built differently, and that matters. Here's why understanding yours pays off.

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. Whether you have a fixed rate, an adjustable rate, an FHA loan, a conventional loan, or something else entirely—each one comes with its own rules about how your payment can change, how much you can borrow, and what happens to your equity over time. I've found that many borrowers don't fully understand their own loan type, which means they miss opportunities or get surprised by something they could have planned for. Knowing your loan inside and out helps you make smarter decisions about refinancing, paying down principal, or whether staying put makes sense. Let's walk through what you have and what it means for your future.

Give me a call or send a note—I'd like to review your loan with 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 Tony Tehfe team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Tony Tehfe

Tony Tehfe

tony.tehfe@onerealmortgage.com

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