Johnathan Lee · October 20, 2026

Picking the right loan program for your situation

Mortgage Market Update

Johnathan Lee

Johnathan Lee

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Picking the right loan program for your situation

Not all mortgages are created equal. The loan program you choose affects more than just your rate—it shapes your whole financial picture.

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 program matters more than you think

When you're shopping for a mortgage, it's easy to focus only on the interest rate. But the type of loan you choose—fixed, adjustable, conventional, FHA, VA, or USDA—shapes your entire borrowing experience. Different programs come with different rules about down payments, credit requirements, what kind of property qualifies, and how your payment behaves over time. The right program for you depends on your situation: how long you plan to stay in the home, your financial flexibility, and what you can afford upfront. I've seen borrowers save money and stress by choosing a program that actually fits their life, not just the one with the lowest advertised rate. Let's talk about which option makes sense for you.

Reach out and we can walk through which loan program aligns with 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 Johnathan Lee team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Johnathan Lee

Johnathan Lee

jlee@power-lending.com

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