Mimi Boussekine · October 20, 2026

Does refinancing make sense for you right now?

Mortgage Market Update

Mimi Boussekine

Mimi Boussekine

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Does refinancing make sense for you right now?

One of the most common questions I hear is whether it's time to refinance. The answer depends on more than just rates.

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.


Refinancing Basics

When refinancing makes sense (and when it doesn't)

Refinancing isn't always the right move, even when rates shift. The real question isn't whether rates dropped—it's whether the benefit outweighs your costs and how long you plan to stay in your home. Some people break even in months; others take years. That timeline matters more than you might think.

I talk to homeowners every week who wonder if now is their moment. The honest answer depends on your personal situation: your current loan terms, how much equity you have, your credit profile, and your plans for the home. There's no one-size-fits-all answer, which is exactly why it's worth a real conversation. I can walk you through the numbers specific to your loan and help you decide if it makes sense.

Let's talk through whether refinancing could work for your 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 Mimi Boussekine team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Mimi Boussekine

Mimi Boussekine

mimi@nxtgenhomeloans.com

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