Lorraine Amador · November 3, 2026

Picking the right loan matters

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

Lorraine Amador

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Picking the right loan matters

A mortgage is a personal contract, not a commodity. The program you choose shapes how you'll pay for your home for years to come.

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 loan choice matters more than you think

When you're shopping for a mortgage, it's easy to focus only on the interest rate. But the loan program itself—the terms, structure, and flexibility built into it—shapes your entire borrowing experience. Some programs offer lower starting rates but adjust over time. Others cost more upfront but give you payment predictability for decades. Some let you tap your equity later; others don't. The right program for you depends on how long you plan to stay in your home, how comfortable you are with payment changes, and what financial moves you might need to make down the road. Understanding your options helps you choose a loan that actually fits your life, not just today's rate sheet.

Let's talk through which loan structure 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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