Ken Osako · October 20, 2026

Your loan type, explained in plain English

Mortgage Market Update

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Ken Osako

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Your loan type, explained in plain English

Not all mortgages work the same way—and knowing the difference can save you time and money. Here's what you need to know about the loan you're carrying (or considering).

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

What your loan type actually means for your wallet

Most people know whether they have a fixed or adjustable rate, but there's more to the story. Your loan program—whether it's conventional, FHA, VA, or USDA—affects not just your interest rate, but your down payment requirements, monthly costs, and long-term flexibility. Understanding what you're carrying matters, especially if life changes and you're thinking about selling, refinancing, or tapping your equity. I often find that homeowners don't realize how their specific program could work better for them in a new situation. Whether you're curious about what you have now or wondering if a different program makes sense, I'm here to walk you through it.

Let's talk about your loan and what it means for your financial picture.

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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