Jake McDonald · October 20, 2026

What kind of loan do you actually have?

Mortgage Market Update

Jake McDonald

Jake McDonald

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

What kind of loan do you actually have?

Not all mortgages are built the same way. Understanding yours is the first step to making informed choices about it.

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 loan type are you actually in?

Most borrowers know whether they have a fixed or adjustable rate, but fewer understand which loan program they're in — and that matters. Whether you're in a conventional loan, FHA, VA, USDA, or portfolio product affects what options you have down the road for refinancing, accessing equity, or making changes to your loan. If you've never been clear on this, it's worth a conversation. Knowing your loan type helps you make smarter decisions when circumstances change — whether that's rates moving, your home appreciating, or your financial situation shifting. I'm happy to walk you through what you have and why it was the right fit for you then.

Reach out if you'd like me to clarify your loan type and what that means for your future options.

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 Jake McDonald team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Jake McDonald

Jake McDonald

jakemcdonald@canopymortgage.com

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