Roxanne Lee · November 3, 2026

The loan type question nobody asks

Mortgage Market Update

My Mortgage Company

Roxanne Lee

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

The loan type question nobody asks

Hi there. This week I want to talk about something that gets overlooked when people are shopping for a mortgage.

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 Program Fit

Why your loan type matters more than rate alone

When you're comparing mortgages, it's easy to fixate on interest rates. But the type of loan you choose—fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, FHA, conventional, or something else—shapes your entire financial picture for years to come. Each program comes with different rules about down payments, credit requirements, how long your rate stays locked in, and what happens if rates change. The right fit for you depends on how long you plan to stay in the home, your comfort with payment changes, and your financial situation today. A lower rate on the wrong program can cost you more than a slightly higher rate on the right one. Let's talk about which loan type actually makes sense for your goals.

Reach out and we can walk through which program fits your situation best.

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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