Spencer Javier · October 20, 2026

Which loan type is actually right for you?

Mortgage Market Update

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Spencer Javier

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Which loan type is actually right for you?

There's more than one way to finance a home—and the right choice depends on your circumstances. Here's what you need to know.

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

Not all mortgages work the same way

When you're ready to buy or refinance, you'll hear terms like fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, and VA. Each one has different rules about down payments, interest rates, and how your payment works over time. What's right for your neighbor might not be right for you—it depends on your timeline, credit, savings, and how long you plan to stay in the home. The good news is you have options. Understanding what each program offers is the first step to picking one that actually fits your situation, not just the one that sounds familiar. If you'd like to walk through which loan type might make sense for where you are right now, I'm here to talk it through with you.

Let's find the loan program that works 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 My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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