Jessica Higgins · October 20, 2026

Which mortgage program fits your situation

Mortgage Market Update

Jessica Higgins

Jessica Higgins

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Which mortgage program fits your situation

Not every loan works for every borrower. Here's why the program you choose matters.

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

One of the questions I hear most is whether a borrower qualifies for a loan program that fits their situation. The truth is there's no one-size-fits-all mortgage. Depending on your down payment, credit history, income, and how long you plan to stay in your home, you might be a better fit for a conventional loan, an FHA loan, a VA loan if you've served, or another program entirely. Each has different rules about what you need to bring to the table and what your long-term costs will look like. The program you choose affects not just whether you get approved, but what you'll actually pay over time. It's worth understanding your options before you commit to one path.

Let's talk about which loan program makes the most sense for your goals.

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 Jessica Higgins team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Jessica Higgins

Jessica Higgins

jhiggins@power-lending.com

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