Xpert Home Lending LLC · November 3, 2026

What changing rates mean for your loan

Mortgage Market Update

Tambra Jenkins / Mortgage Queen

Xpert Home Lending LLC

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

What changing rates mean for your loan

A Note From Tambra Jenkins / Mortgage Queen

Rates are moving and so are buyers. If you've been sitting on the sideline, now is the time to get your numbers in order. Reply to this email and let's talk.

Rates move all the time, and so do the opportunities tied to them. Here's what you should know.

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.

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Rate Environment

When rates drop, your options multiply

Rate movement cuts both ways. When rates fall, existing homeowners often have refinancing options they didn't have before—potentially lowering their payment or shortening their loan term. But lower rates also tend to shift what's affordable for buyers, sometimes opening up a wider range of homes to consider. The opposite happens when rates rise: refinancing becomes less attractive, and buyer purchasing power may tighten. The key is knowing where you stand and what makes sense for your specific situation. If you haven't checked in on your loan in a while, or if you're thinking about buying, now's a good time to run the numbers and see what the current environment means for you.

Reach out whenever you'd like to talk through your options—no pressure, just clarity.

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 Tambra Jenkins / Mortgage Queen team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Tambra Jenkins / Mortgage Queen

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