Ed Zuleger — Civix Project · October 20, 2026

Your income went up—what changed for your mortgage?

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Ed Zuleger — Civix Project

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Your income went up—what changed for your mortgage?

Hi there. This week I want to touch on something that doesn't always get attention, but it should.

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.


Affordability Check

When your income changes, your mortgage math changes too

Life happens: a promotion, a job change, a second income in the household. When your financial picture shifts, it's worth taking a fresh look at your mortgage. A higher income might open doors to better loan terms or let you refinance into something that works harder for you. The flip side matters too—if circumstances tighten, we can explore options to ease your monthly load. The point is, your mortgage was built on your situation at closing, but you're not frozen in that moment. I encourage homeowners to check in when things change, not just when rates move. It costs nothing to see what's possible now.

If your situation has shifted recently, let's talk through what options might make sense for 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 My Mortgage Company team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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