David S Epstein · November 3, 2026

What to do when your mortgage payment is too high

Mortgage Market Update

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David S Epstein

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

What to do when your mortgage payment is too high

Sometimes the numbers just don't feel comfortable anymore. Here's what I want you to know about your options.

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.


Affordability Check

When your payment feels tight, you have options

Life changes. A job shift, an unexpected expense, or just the general cost of living can make your current mortgage payment harder to manage month to month. The good news: you're not stuck. Depending on your situation, you might explore a loan modification with your current lender, refinance into a different program, or even look at what your home's equity could do for you. None of these are quick fixes, but they're real conversations worth having. The worst thing you can do is stay silent and stress. I've helped plenty of borrowers find breathing room when their circumstances shifted, and I'd rather talk through possibilities with you now than have you fall behind later.

If your payment has become a monthly struggle, let's talk about what might work for your budget.

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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