Barrett Financial Group · November 3, 2026

The mortgage type you pick matters more than you think

Mortgage Market Update

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Barrett Financial Group

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

The mortgage type you pick matters more than you think

Hi there. Every week I work with people who discover their loan options are wider than they realized.

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

Not all mortgages are created equal

When you're shopping for a mortgage—or thinking about switching lenders—it's easy to focus only on interest rates. But the type of loan you choose matters just as much. Different programs come with different rules about down payments, credit requirements, how long you have to pay it back, and what happens if rates move. Some borrowers qualify for options they've never heard of. A conversation with me can uncover which programs actually fit your situation, your timeline, and your money goals. You might find more flexibility than you thought.

Let's talk about which loan program makes the most sense for where you are right now.

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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