Erica Portillo-Nuno · September 2, 2026

Should you borrow against your home equity?

Mortgage Market Update

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Erica Portillo-Nuno

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Should you borrow against your home equity?

Hi there—this week I'm talking about a question I hear often from homeowners sitting on built-up equity. It's worth a real conversation.

National Mortgage Rates · August 27, 2026

30-Year Fixed

6.66%

VA 30-Year

6.38%

Rate trend

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS & Optimal Blue via FRED

Rates shown are national averages 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.


Smart Borrowing

When a cash-out refi makes sense

If you've built equity in your home, you might be wondering whether to tap into it. A cash-out refinance lets you borrow against that equity, turning it into cash you can use for home repairs, debt payoff, or other goals. The key is understanding the tradeoff: you're extending your loan term and taking on new interest costs, so it only works when the math truly benefits you. Before you decide, it's worth running the numbers with someone who knows your full picture—your current rate, your goals, and what refinancing would actually cost you month to month. I'm here to walk through the real numbers so you can make a choice you feel confident about.

If you're curious whether a cash-out refi could work for you, I'd love to explore it together.

Tip of the Week

Your mortgage interest may be tax-deductible if you itemize. Check with your tax professional to see if it benefits you.

Tips for Homeowners

Understanding Mortgage Points

1.

One mortgage point equals 1% of your loan amount. Paying points ("buying down the rate") reduces your interest rate — typically 0.25% per point, though this varies by lender and market.

2.

Calculate your break-even: divide the cost of the points by your monthly savings. If it takes 4 years to break even and you plan to stay 10 years, buying points makes sense.

3.

Points paid on a home purchase are generally tax-deductible in the year paid (if you itemize). Points on a refinance must be deducted over the life of the loan.

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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