Fernando Radillo · October 20, 2026

Fixed or adjustable rate — what's best for you?

Mortgage Market Update

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Fernando Radillo

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Fixed or adjustable rate — what's best for you?

There are different ways to structure a mortgage, and choosing the right one matters more than most people realize. Here's what you should 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

Fixed vs. adjustable: which loan fits your plan

When you're shopping for a mortgage, one of the biggest choices is whether to lock in a fixed rate for the life of your loan or start with an adjustable rate that may change over time. Fixed-rate mortgages give you payment stability and peace of mind — you know exactly what you'll pay every month. Adjustable-rate loans sometimes start lower, which can mean smaller payments early on, but they carry the risk that payments will rise later. The right choice depends on how long you plan to stay in your home, how comfortable you are with uncertainty, and what the rate environment looks like right now. I'd like to walk through both options with you and help you understand which aligns with your goals and situation.

Let's talk about which loan type makes sense for where you're at.

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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