Mayra Stewart · September 2, 2026

How much equity do you have now?

Mortgage Market Update

Mayra Stewart

Mayra Stewart

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

How much equity do you have now?

Hi there. Building equity in your home is one of the quietest, most powerful wealth moves you can make. Here's what you need to know about tapping into it.

National Mortgage Rates · August 27, 2026

30-Year Fixed

6.66%

FHA 30-Year

6.55%

VA 30-Year

6.38%

Rate trend

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS & Optimal Blue via FRED

Rates shown are national averages 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.


Equity Basics

When you can borrow against your home

As you pay down your mortgage and your home appreciates, you build equity—real wealth sitting in your property. Once you've accumulated enough, you have options: a home equity loan, a line of credit, or a cash-out refinance. Each works differently, and which makes sense depends on your goals, timeline, and current rate environment. Whether you're thinking about a renovation, debt consolidation, or just want to know what you can access, understanding your equity position is the first step. I'm happy to walk you through what you have available and what each option might look like for your situation.

Let's talk about your home's equity and what you might do with it.

Tip of the Week

Your mortgage interest may be tax-deductible if you itemize. Check with your tax professional to see if it benefits you.

Tips for Homeowners

Understanding Mortgage Points

1.

One mortgage point equals 1% of your loan amount. Paying points ("buying down the rate") reduces your interest rate — typically 0.25% per point, though this varies by lender and market.

2.

Calculate your break-even: divide the cost of the points by your monthly savings. If it takes 4 years to break even and you plan to stay 10 years, buying points makes sense.

3.

Points paid on a home purchase are generally tax-deductible in the year paid (if you itemize). Points on a refinance must be deducted over the life of the loan.

Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the Mayra Stewart team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

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Mayra Stewart

Mayra Stewart

mayra.stewart@streethomelending.com

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