Stephen Bellew · October 20, 2026

Your loan type and what it means for you

Mortgage Market Update

Stephen Bellew

Stephen Bellew

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Your loan type and what it means for you

There's a lot of noise in the mortgage world, but the quietest and most important decision is often the type of loan you choose. Let me explain why it 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

Why your loan type matters more than you think

Not all mortgages work the same way, and the one that made sense five years ago might not be your best option today. Fixed-rate loans, adjustable-rate mortgages, FHA programs, conventional loans—each has different rules about what you can do with your home's equity, how your payment can change, and what flexibility you have down the road. If you've never really understood the details of your own loan, or if your situation has shifted since you bought, it's worth a conversation. A loan program that fits your actual life—not just the lowest payment—tends to feel right for years to come. I'd love to walk you through what you have and whether a different structure might serve you better.

Reach out anytime—no obligation, just clarity.

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 Stephen Bellew team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Stephen Bellew

Stephen Bellew

sbellew@power-lending.com

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