Cyndi Delcid · November 3, 2026

Is your mortgage still working for you?

Mortgage Market Update

Cyndi Delcid

Cyndi Delcid

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Is your mortgage still working for you?

I work with a lot of homeowners who feel stretched thin. If that's you, here's what I want to share this week.

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 budget needs a reality check

Life changes fast. A job shift, growing family, or unexpected expense can make you wonder whether your current mortgage still fits your life. The good news: you don't have to guess. If you're carrying a mortgage, we can walk through your numbers together and see whether refinancing to a different loan term, or exploring other options, might free up breathing room in your monthly budget. Sometimes small adjustments make a real difference. Other times, you'll feel better just knowing where you actually stand. Either way, it's worth an honest conversation—no pressure, just clarity.

I'm here if you'd like to talk through 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 Cyndi Delcid team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

Your Mortgage Advisor

C

Cyndi Delcid

Cyndi Delcid

cyndi@barrettfinancial.com

You are receiving this from Cyndi Delcid.  Unsubscribe