Matt Orange · October 20, 2026

Picking the right mortgage type for you

Mortgage Market Update

Matt Orange

Matt Orange

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Picking the right mortgage type for you

Each loan program has its own strengths and trade-offs. Understanding them helps you make smarter decisions about your home.

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 are created equal. The type of loan you choose—fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, VA, USDA—shapes your payment stability, upfront costs, and long-term financial picture in ways that go well beyond the interest rate. Some programs offer flexibility if your life changes. Others lock in predictability from day one. Some require less down payment or have more forgiving credit requirements. The right choice depends on your timeline, risk tolerance, and what you need from your home loan. If you're not sure whether your current loan type still makes sense for your situation, or if you're shopping for a home and wondering which program fits your needs, I'd love to walk you through the options.

Let's talk about which loan program works best for your goals.

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 Matt Orange team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Matt Orange

Matt Orange

matt@strategicmortgageadvisors.com

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