Carli Anderson — Carli Anderson CRM · October 20, 2026

Why your loan type matters

Mortgage Market Update

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Carli Anderson — Carli Anderson CRM

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Why your loan type matters

Hi there. This week I want to talk about something that shapes your mortgage more than most people realize—the loan program itself, and why it deserves your attention.

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

Not all mortgages work the same way

When you're shopping for a mortgage, the interest rate gets most of the attention—but the loan program itself shapes your entire experience. Fixed-rate loans, adjustable-rate mortgages, FHA loans, conventional financing—they each have different rules about down payments, credit requirements, how long the rate stays locked in, and what happens if rates move. One program might make sense for your neighbor but feel wrong for your situation. The right choice depends on how long you plan to stay in your home, your comfort with payment changes, and what you can put down today. I'd rather spend time upfront matching you with a program that actually fits your life than have you stuck with something that doesn't. Let's talk about which option makes the most sense for you.

Reach out and we can walk through which loan program aligns with your goals.

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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