Lexi Blackwell · October 20, 2026

Your mortgage might have outgrown you

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

Lexi Blackwell

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Your mortgage might have outgrown you

Hi there. Changes in your life often mean changes in your home financing needs, and that's worth a look.

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

When a different loan type makes sense

Most of us think about mortgages as one thing, but there's actually a range of programs designed for different situations. If your circumstances have shifted—your income is steadier now, you're planning to stay put longer, or your credit picture has improved—the loan that made sense five years ago might not be your best fit today. A conversation about what's available can uncover options you might not have considered. I've seen borrowers find real relief by switching to a program that aligns better with where they are now.

Let's talk about whether your current loan is still working 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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