Jessica Diego · November 3, 2026

Should you refinance right now?

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

Jessica Diego

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Should you refinance right now?

One of the most common questions I hear is whether it's time to refinance. The answer depends on your specific circumstances—let me walk you through how to think about it.

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.


Refinancing Reality

When refinancing actually makes sense

I talk to a lot of homeowners who wonder if they should refinance, and the answer isn't always yes—even when rates move favorably. Refinancing makes the most sense when you plan to stay in your home long enough to recoup the costs involved in closing a new loan. It's also worth considering if you're carrying a higher interest rate than current market conditions support, or if you want to change your loan term to pay off your home faster. The math is personal, though. Your timeline, your current rate, how much equity you have, and your financial goals all matter. That's why I always recommend running the numbers before you commit. There's no one-size-fits-all answer, but there's definitely a right answer for you.

Let's talk through whether refinancing makes sense for your situation.

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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