Scott Campbell · October 20, 2026

Why your neighbor got a better deal

Mortgage Market Update

Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Why your neighbor got a better deal

Every borrower's situation is unique, and so are the loan programs available to them. Here's what you need to know.

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

Why your neighbor's rate isn't your rate

I talk to a lot of borrowers who hear what someone else got approved for and assume they'll qualify for the same terms. The truth is, loan programs aren't one-size-fits-all. Your credit profile, down payment, property type, loan amount, and financial picture all shape which programs make sense for you—and what kind of terms you'll see. Two people with similar credit scores can end up in completely different programs based on how much equity they have, their debt-to-income ratio, or whether they're buying a primary home versus an investment property. That's actually good news, because it means there are usually more options available to you than you might think. The best move is to sit down and talk through your specific situation so we can find what actually works for your goals.

Let's find the right fit for you—reach out and we'll walk through the programs that make sense.

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 Scott Campbell team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

scampbell@power-lending.com

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