Alex Rayner · October 20, 2026

Not all mortgages work the same way

Mortgage Market Update

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Alex Rayner

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Not all mortgages work the same way

One of the most important decisions you'll make isn't about the house—it's about the loan itself. 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

Which loan type makes sense for you

Not all mortgages are created equal. Whether you're buying for the first time or looking at a new loan, the program you choose — fixed-rate, adjustable, FHA, conventional, VA, or USDA — shapes your monthly payment, long-term costs, and flexibility down the road. Each has real trade-offs. A fixed rate locks in predictability. An adjustable rate may start lower but can shift over time. Government-backed programs open doors for borrowers who might not qualify elsewhere, though they often come with different insurance or upfront costs. The right choice depends on your timeline, risk comfort, and financial picture. I'd love to walk you through what each option means for your specific situation and help you land on the one that actually fits your life.

Let's talk through which loan program works best for where you are right now.

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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