Andy Treno · October 20, 2026

When rates move, what's your next step?

Mortgage Market Update

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Andy Treno

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

When rates move, what's your next step?

Mortgage rates are always moving, and each shift brings new possibilities. Here's how to think 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.


Smart Moves

What to do when rates shift

When mortgage rates move, your options change—sometimes in your favor. If rates drop, refinancing might lower your payment or shorten your timeline. If rates rise, it's a good moment to lock in certainty and stop wondering what comes next. But the smartest move isn't always obvious, and it depends on your goals, how long you plan to stay in your home, and what you're trying to achieve. That's why I recommend a real conversation rather than guessing. We can walk through what's actually happening with rates right now and whether it makes sense for you to act.

Reach out and let's talk about what a rate shift means for your specific 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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