Goose Ritter Team · October 20, 2026

Why your mortgage type actually matters

Mortgage Market Update

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Goose Ritter Team

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Why your mortgage type actually matters

Hi there. This week I want to talk about something that doesn't get enough attention: the difference your loan program makes.

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 loan program matters more than you think

Not all mortgages work the same way. The program you choose—whether fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, or something else—shapes your payment, your flexibility, and your long-term costs in ways that go way beyond just the interest rate you see today. The right program for someone buying their first home might be completely wrong for someone refinancing with substantial equity. And what made sense five years ago might not fit your life now. That's why I always start by understanding your goals before recommending a path forward. If you've never really talked through *why* your current loan is structured the way it is, or if you're wondering whether a different program could work better for you now, let's have that conversation.

Reach out anytime—I'm happy to walk you through what your options are.

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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