Emily J Torvik · October 20, 2026

Your loan program might be outdated

Mortgage Market Update

Emily Torvik

Emily J Torvik

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Your loan program might be outdated

Hi there. This week I'm looking at something that doesn't get discussed enough: whether the loan you have is still the best fit.

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

When a different loan type makes sense

Most borrowers stick with one loan program their whole life, but your situation changes. Maybe you've built significant equity, or your credit has improved, or rates have shifted in a way that makes a different program work better for your goals. A conventional loan, FHA, VA, or USDA program each have different strengths—lower down payments, more flexibility, better rates for certain borrowers. The program that was right five years ago might not be your best option now. I've seen borrowers unlock real savings and flexibility just by exploring what else is available to them. If you haven't looked at your loan in a while, or you're curious whether you could qualify for something different, let's talk through your options. There's no cost to ask.

Let me know if you'd like to explore what loan programs might work best for you today.

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 Emily Torvik team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Emily Torvik

Emily J Torvik

etorvik@barrettfinancial.com

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