Pacific Roots Lending Team · October 20, 2026

Does refinancing fit your plan right now?

Mortgage Market Update

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Pacific Roots Lending Team

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Does refinancing fit your plan right now?

Every homeowner's situation is different when it comes to refinancing. I want to help you figure out whether it's the right move for you.

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.


Refinancing Basics

When refinancing makes sense (and when it doesn't)

Refinancing isn't a one-size-fits-all decision. The right time depends on where rates are, how long you plan to stay in your home, and what you're trying to accomplish—whether that's lowering your payment, shortening your loan term, or tapping into equity.

The math matters, but so does your personal situation. Some people benefit from refinancing even when rates move just slightly. Others find it's not worth the closing costs given their timeline. I can walk through the numbers with you and help you see what refinancing would actually look like for your specific loan. No obligation—just clarity so you can make the choice that works for you.

Let's run the numbers together and see if refinancing makes sense for your situation.

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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