B.E. Home Finance · October 20, 2026

Picking the right type of loan for you

Mortgage Market Update

Justin Stein

B.E. Home Finance

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Picking the right type of loan for you

Every mortgage is not created equal. Let me walk you through the main loan types and why the right choice matters for your wallet and your peace of mind.

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

When you're shopping for a mortgage, you'll hear terms like fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, and VA. They're not just different names—they're built differently, and the right one depends on your situation. A fixed rate locks in your payment for the life of the loan. An adjustable rate may start lower but can change over time. Government-backed programs like FHA loans let you put down less upfront; conventional loans often give you more flexibility. The program you choose affects not just your interest rate, but your down payment, your monthly payment, how long you have to pay, and what happens down the road. Understanding which one fits your goals—whether you're buying your first home, moving up, or refinancing—makes a real difference. I'd love to talk through your options and find the program that makes the most sense for you.

Let's find the right loan program for your situation—reach out anytime.

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 Justin Stein team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

J

Justin Stein

B.E. Home Finance

Justin@behomefinance.com

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