Len Padilla · November 3, 2026

How much equity do you actually have?

Mortgage Market Update

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Len Padilla

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

How much equity do you actually have?

It's easy to focus on your monthly payment and forget what's happening behind the scenes. Let's talk about the real value you're building.

National Mortgage Rates · November 2, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.13%

FHA 30-Year

6.96%

VA 30-Year

6.76%

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.


Equity Building

Your home is working for you right now

Every mortgage payment you make builds equity — that's the portion of your home's value that's truly yours. Over time, this grows into real wealth, whether you stay in your home for decades or decide to move down the road. The sooner you understand how much equity you've accumulated, the sooner you can think strategically about what comes next: a renovation, a move to a different market, or even tapping into that equity if life circumstances change. Most people don't realize how much equity they've built until they need it. I'd rather you know now, so you can make decisions on your own timeline instead of being surprised later.

If you'd like to know roughly where your equity stands, just reach out and we can take a look.

Tip of the Week

Refinancing resets your amortization clock. If you're 10 years into a 30-year loan, consider a shorter term to avoid paying more total interest.

Tips for Homeowners

Co-Signing a Mortgage: What You're Really Agreeing To

1.

Co-signing makes you equally responsible for the debt. If the primary borrower misses payments, your credit score takes the same hit and the lender can pursue you for the full balance.

2.

The co-signed mortgage debt appears on your credit report and counts toward your DTI. This can limit your ability to qualify for your own financing until the loan is paid off or refinanced out of your name.

3.

There's no automatic way to remove yourself as a co-signer — the primary borrower must refinance the loan in their name alone. Get this understanding in writing before you sign.

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

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