Edge Home Finance · September 2, 2026

Your loan program choice matters too

Mortgage Market Update

Megan Bissell

Edge Home Finance

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Your loan program choice matters too

Hi there. This week I want to cover something that often gets overlooked when people start shopping for a mortgage.

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.


Loan Programs

Not all mortgages work the same way

When you're shopping for a mortgage, the interest rate gets most of the attention. But the loan program itself—whether it's a fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, or something else—shapes how your payment works and what happens over time. Different programs have different rules about down payments, credit requirements, and long-term costs. The right choice depends on your timeline, how stable your income is, and how long you plan to stay in your home. I've seen borrowers save real money just by picking the program that actually fits their situation instead of chasing the lowest rate alone. Let's talk through what makes sense for you.

I'd be happy to walk you through which programs might work best for your goals.

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 Megan Bissell team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Megan Bissell

Edge Home Finance

megan@mortgagebymegan.com

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