Brian Irby · November 3, 2026

What to do if your mortgage payment feels tight

Mortgage Market Update

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Brian Irby

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

What to do if your mortgage payment feels tight

Sometimes the mortgage that made perfect sense a year or two ago doesn't feel as comfortable now. Here's how to think about it.

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 feels tight, here's what to review

Life changes fast—job shifts, growing family, unexpected expenses. If your monthly mortgage payment suddenly feels less comfortable than it used to, you're not alone, and there are real options worth exploring. Sometimes it makes sense to look at your loan terms, your insurance costs, or whether you're carrying PMI that could be removed. Other times, a conversation about your overall financial picture helps clarify what's actually possible right now. I've worked with plenty of homeowners who felt squeezed until we sat down and looked at what was really driving that pressure. There's rarely just one answer, but there's almost always a path forward.

Let's talk through where you stand and what might work 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.

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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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