TEAM MEDINA LLC · November 3, 2026

Your neighbor's mortgage deal isn't yours

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

TEAM MEDINA LLC

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Your neighbor's mortgage deal isn't yours

Hey there. This week I want to clear up something I hear all the time: the belief that one mortgage solution works for everyone.

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.


Loan Programs

Why your neighbor's mortgage might not be your best fit

One of the biggest mistakes I see is borrowers choosing a loan program because it worked for someone else—a friend, a family member, even a colleague at work. But mortgages aren't one-size-fits-all. Your down payment, credit profile, income situation, and long-term plans are unique to you. Some programs offer flexibility if your income varies. Others reward a larger down payment with better terms. A few are designed specifically for first-time buyers or those with non-traditional credit histories. The right choice depends on your actual circumstances, not someone else's. I'd love to walk through what's available for your specific situation and explain why one program might serve you better than another.

Let's talk through which loan program makes sense for where you stand today.

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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