Craig Heitz · October 20, 2026

Picking the right loan program for you

Mortgage Market Update

Craig Heitz

Craig Heitz

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Picking the right loan program for you

Every mortgage isn't built the same. Here's why that matters to your borrowing strategy.

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 looking at a mortgage, the interest rate gets most of the attention—but the loan program itself matters just as much. Different programs have different rules around down payments, credit requirements, how much house you can afford, and what happens if rates move. A fixed-rate mortgage works one way. An adjustable-rate mortgage works another. FHA, VA, and conventional loans each have their own strengths depending on your situation. The right program for your neighbor might not be the right one for you. That's why I always recommend sitting down to talk through what you're trying to do before we lock into anything. The more we understand about your goals and constraints, the better we can match you with a program that actually serves you.

If you'd like to explore which loan program makes sense for your situation, let's talk.

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 Craig Heitz team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Craig Heitz

Craig Heitz

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